PreK-6th Physical Education Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Arizona; On-site; USD 46,075 - 55,975; Full time

Job summary

Kingman Unified School District #20 invites applications for a certified teaching position for the 2026-27 school year. The 2026-27 MT Tipton campus requires a PreK‑6th Physical Education Teacher with an Elementary/PE certification. Immediate start date and a 2026-27 calendar are included.

The role offers a comprehensive compensation package with base pay aligned to years of experience, health benefits, and retirement plan participation through Arizona State Retirement System.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Teaching certification through Arizona Department of Education: Elementary Certificate with an approved area of Physical Education, OR PreK‑12 Physical Education Certificate, OR Teaching Certificate with a Physical Education, PreK‑12 Endorsement.
• SEI, ESL or Bilingual endorsement issued by Arizona Department of Education, within one year of hire.
• Alternative pathway: individuals with a Bachelor’s or higher degree who enroll in an approved teacher preparation program and obtain an Alternative Teaching Certificate to be eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach PreK‑6th Physical Education to students.
• Participate in district professional development and growth opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

PreK-6th Physical Education Teacher

Kingman Unified School District #20, Mt. Tipton School – Dolan Springs, Arizona

Job Details

Job ID: 5819835

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,075 to $55,975 Per Year

Job Description

Kingman Unified School District #20 invites you to apply for the following certified teaching position for the 2026-27 school year.

• Position: PreK-6th Physical Education Teacher
• Campus: Mt. Tipton
• School Year: 2026-27 (July 08, 2026 – May 19, 2027)

What to Expect

• A supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Work life balance through 4‑day work weeks, a 148‑day employment contract, and 13 weeks off throughout the year.
• Employee health insurance options with some premiums paid at 100% by the District.
• A retirement pension through Arizona State Retirement System where 100% of your contributions are matched by the District.

Compensation

• Base Pay: KUSD's minimum and maximum new hire salary ranges for teachers include the district's contracted salary, determined by years of experience and higher education, plus state‑funded Prop 301 money. The contracted salary in combination with $9,000 in 301 money creates the base wages for teachers, which are represented by the salary ranges.
  • Up to four years of teaching experience: $46,075 – $55,975.
  • Four or more years of teaching experience: $48,075 – $57,975.
• Performance Pay: In addition to base pay, certified teaching staff are eligible for an additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay.
• One‑Time Critical Needs Stipends: (all critical needs stipends are pending appropriate teaching certification)
  • Mathematics, science, and kindergarten positions may be eligible for a one‑time $2,000 stipend.
  • Special education positions may be eligible for a one‑time $5,000 stipend.
• Available Annual Stipends: (annual stipends are pending appropriate teaching certification)
  • Special education teachers are eligible for a case management stipend in FY 2026‑27 of up to $4,000.
  • Special education teachers in ED‑P classrooms are eligible for a stipend in FY 2026‑27 of $10,000.

To Qualify

• Bachelor's degree or more advanced degree from an accredited institution.
• Identity Verified Print (IVP) fingerprint clearance card through Arizona Department of Public Safety, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Teaching certification through Arizona Department of Education: Elementary Certificate with an approved area of Physical Education, OR PreK‑12 Physical Education Certificate, OR Teaching Certificate with a Physical Education, PreK‑12 Endorsement.
• SEI, ESL or Bilingual endorsement issued by Arizona Department of Education, within one year of hire.
• Alternative pathway: individuals with a Bachelor’s or higher degree who enroll in an approved teacher preparation program and obtain an Alternative Teaching Certificate to be eligible for hire.

Community/Other Information

Kingman Unified School District serves over 7,000 PreK‑12th grade students and families across 12 campuses, offering online and in‑person educational opportunities. The District is invested in supporting students in finding the pathway that is unique to them, whether it is a more traditional educational path with an eye toward college, or a pathway that focuses on the trades and leaves school career‑ready.

The town of Kingman, Arizona is located in northwestern Arizona in the Hualapai Valley between the Cerbat and Hualapai Mountain ranges. Kingman is known as “The Heart of Historic Route 66” and is ideally situated between Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Havasu City.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Samuel Shadoan, HR Coordinator
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]