SPED - General Education Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 45,575 - 57,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Employee health insurance options

Retirement pension with matching contributions

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a special education/general education teacher for Kingman Unified School District for the 2026-27 school year. The position offers a supportive environment, a competitive salary, and benefits, including health insurance options and retirement contributions.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree and appropriate teaching certification, with opportunities for professional development and a 4-day work week.

Qualifications

• Must have teaching certification through Arizona Department of Education.
• Identity-Verified Print fingerprint clearance card from Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education.

Responsibilities

• Educate and support students with special needs.
• Provide a structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues for student success.

Skills

Teaching certification

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Fingerprint clearance card

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Job Description

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

Position

SPED/Autism - General Education Teacher

Campus

Little Explorers / La Senita

School Year

Jul 08, 2026 – May 19, 2027

What you can 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, some premiums paid at 100% by the District.
• A retirement pension through Arizona State Retirement System with 100% matching contributions.

Compensation

• Base Pay: Base salary plus $8,500 in Prop 301 money. Salary ranges: up to four years experience $45,575‑$55,475; four or more years $47,575‑$57,475.
• Performance Pay: Additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay.
• One‑Time Critical‑Needs Stipends: Math, science, kindergarten – $2,000. Special education – $5,000.
• Annual Stipends (pending certification): Special Education Teachers – case‑management stipend up to $4,000; Special Education teachers in ED‑P classrooms – $10,000 stipend.

To Qualify

• Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited institution.
• Identity‑Verified Print fingerprint clearance card through Arizona Department of Public Safety (or ability to obtain before start date).
• Teaching certification through Arizona Department of Education: Standard Professional/Special Education, Moderated or Severe Disabilities, K‑12 Certificate, Standard Professional teaching certificate with a Provisional or full Moderate/Severe Disabilities, PreK‑12 endorsement, and SEI, ESL or Bilingual Endorsement issued within one year of hire.

Alternative Path to Certification

Individuals with a bachelor’s or higher degree may enroll in an Arizona Department of Education‑approved teacher preparation program to obtain an Alternative Teaching Certificate for eligibility.

Community

Kingman Unified School District serves over 7,000 PreK‑12 students across 12 campuses, offering online and in‑person education in a supportive environment focused on both traditional college preparation and trade pathways.

Contact Information

• Samuel Shadoan , HR Certified Coordinator
• Phone: 928‑753‑5678
• Email: [e-mail]