1st Grade Teacher

Position 1st Grade Teacher School Year 2026-27 (July 8, 2026 - May 19, 2027) Campus Manzanita Elementary, Kingman, Arizona Starting Date July 8, 2026 What to Expect A supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. Work life balance through 4-day work weeks, 148-day employment contract, and 13 weeks off throughout the year. Employee health insurance options with some premiums paid 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 : The district’s minimum and maximum new hire salary ranges include the contracted salary, determined by years of experience and higher education, plus state-funded Prop 301 money. The contracted salary combined with $9,000 in Prop 301 money creates the base wages for teachers, represented by the salary ranges. Prop 301 money is paid separately and not included in the employment contract. The salary range for candidates with up to four years of teaching experience is $45,575 - $55,475. The salary range for candidates with four or more years of teaching experience is $47,575 - $57,475. Performance Pay : Certified teaching staff are eligible for an additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay. One-Time Critical Needs Stipends (all stipends pending appropriate teaching certification): Candidates offered and accepting critical needs teaching positions in math, science, and kindergarten may be eligible to receive a one-time $2,000 stipend. Candidates offered and accepting critical needs teaching positions in special education may be eligible to receive a one-time $5,000 stipend. Available Annual Stipends (annual stipends pending appropriate teaching certification): Special Education Teachers are eligible for a case management stipend in FY 2025-26 of up to $4,000. Special Education Teachers in ED-P classrooms are eligible for a stipend in FY 2025-26 of $10,000. To Qualify Bachelor's or more advanced degree from an accredited institution. An Identity Verified Print fingerprint clearance card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety, or the ability to obtain one prior to the start date. Teaching certification through the Arizona Department of Education: Elementary Certificate, Early Childhood Certificate, Special Education Certificate with an Early Childhood Endorsement, and one of the following endorsements by 8/01/2028: Literacy K-5, Reading K-8, Reading K-12, or Reading Specialist K-12. SEI, ESL, or Bilingual Endorsement issued by the Arizona Department of Education within one year of hire. Alternative teaching certification for those with a bachelor’s or more advanced degree who pursue the approved teacher preparation program and obtain an Alternative Teaching Certificate. Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr