Job Qualifications

Prior to applying for a specific position with KUSD, please confirm that you meet the minimum requirements as described below. Required documents i.e. valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate, official college/university transcripts, valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card, High School diploma or G.E.D certificate, Driver's License, First-Aid/CPR certificate, and resume must be attached to the online application. Online applications without required documents will not be accepted.

Assistant Coach (Monument Valley High School)

  • Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate preferred.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Valid Arizona State Driver License required.

  • Yearly Mini-Bus Driver Training required 30 days after hiring.

  • NFHS Coach Level 1 Certification (NFHS Learning Center).

  • NFHS Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors Course required.

  • One year of successful coaching experience required.

  • First-Aid and CPR certification required.

  • Demonstrate interest in and an aptitude for performing the responsibilities of the sport.

Assistant Coach (Baker Middle School)

  • Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate preferred.

  • One year of middle school coaching experience preferred.

  • NFHS Coach Level 1 Certification (NFHS Learning Center).

  • FHS Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors Course required.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • First-Aid and CPR certification required.

  • Valid Arizona State Driver License required.

  • Yearly Mini-Bus Driver Training required 30 days after hiring.

  • Demonstrate interest in and an aptitude for performing the responsibilities of the sport.

Biology Teacher

  • Valid Arizona State Secondary Teaching Certificate for the secondary level.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card.

  • Degree(s) required and area of major study and/or 24 content hours.

  • Must have Biology as an approved area.

  • Structured English Immersion (SEI) or English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement preferred.

Bus Driver

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. minimum.

  • Must meet all Arizona School Bus Driver Certification requirements: Possess an Arizona Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with Passengers (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.

  • Pass A.D.O.T. physical examination.

  • Possess First Aid and CPR certification for adults, children, and infants.

  • Pass all drug testing requirements.

  • Pass three-day New Bus driver Training courses and Exam test.

  • Complete and pass a 20-hour Behind the Wheel training.

  • Pass the Physical Performance Test.

  • Must have five years of clean driving record.

  • Must comply with the Arizona Minimum Standards for Student Transportation and Federal Regulations.

  • Must be able to handle emergencies in bus operation.

  • Must be dedicated and understanding of children and their safety.

  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of operational and preventive maintenance techniques.

  • Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.

  • Must be able to work flexible hours.

Elementary Youth Coach

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Experience as a coach for at least two years at the K-8 school level.

  • Successful teaching experience at the K-8 school level.

Elementary Teacher

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate for the elementary (K-8) level.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education.

  • Fifteen (15) hours of State approved Structured English Immersion (SEI) coursework.

  • Successful student teaching experience at the elementary school level.

  • Structured English Immersion (SEI) or English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement preferred.

English Language Arts Teacher

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate for the elementary, middle, or secondary level.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Bachelor's Degree in elementary, middle, or secondary education.

  • Must have Language Arts as an approved area.

  • Successful middle school student teaching experience preferred.

  • Bilingual, Structured English Immersion (SEI) or English as a Second Language (ESL) required.

English Language Arts Teacher for ELL Classes

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate for the elementary, middle, or secondary level.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Bachelor's Degree in elementary, middle, or secondary education.

  • Must have Language Arts as an approved area.

  • Successful middle school student teaching experience preferred.

  • Bilingual, Structured English Immersion (SEI) or English as a Second Language (ESL) required.

Head Varsity Coach (Middle School)

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate preferred.

  • Three years of successful high school coaching experience preferred.

  • NFHS Coach Level 1 Certification (NFHS Learning Center).

  • NFHS Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors Course required.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • First-Aid and CPR certification required.

  • Valid Arizona State Driver License required.

  • Yearly Mini-Bus Driver Training required 30 days after hiring.

  • Demonstrate interest in and an aptitude for performing the responsibilities of this position. 

In-person Occupational Therapist

  • Arizona State License for Occupational Therapists.

  • Valid Arizona State Driver’s License.

  • Valid Arizona State Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Successful work experience in an educational setting with students with physical disabilities required.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with instructional staff, paraprofessionals, professionals outside of school/community, and parents.

In-person Speech Language Pathologist

  • Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology.

  • Valid Speech Language Pathologist Certificate issued by Arizona Department of Education.

  • Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Experience as a practicing Speech Language Pathologist.

  • Bilingual English/Navajo preferred.

Payroll Specialist

  • Associate of Arts Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance, equivalent major or related accounting experience of two years in payroll accounting.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • At least two years of experience in payroll procedures of a public school district.

  • Demonstrated competency and experience in PC computer literacy, Word, Excel, TimeClock Plus (the employee attendance timekeeper), and Infinite Visions Accounting software.

  • Accounting experience required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL 

  • Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, and monitoring work.

  • Business math concepts.

  • Filing and record-keeping principles.

  • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

  • Customer service principles.

  • Modern office technology.

  • Prioritizing and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

  • Working under pressure.

  • Coordinating deadlines and prioritizing work demands.

  • Gathering data, analyzing findings, and applying logic and reason.

  • Researching industry trends, solutions, and best practices.

  • Interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with assigned staff, co-workers, supervisor, public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information, and to receive direction of work.

Social Studies Teacher

  • Valid Arizona State Secondary Teaching Certificate for the secondary level.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card.

  • Degree(s) required and area of major study and/or 24 content hours.

  • Must have Social Studies as an approved area.

  • Structured English Immersion (SEI) or English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement preferred.

Special Education Teacher (Elementary School)

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Must hold Arizona Special Education credentials.

  • Is an Autism specialist or certified.

  • Fifteen (15) clock hours of Arizona State approved Structured English Immersion (SEI) coursework.

  • Evidence of successful teaching experience.

Special Education Teacher (High School)

  • Valid Arizona State Teaching Certificate.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • Must hold Arizona Special Education credentials.

  • Fifteen (15) clock hours of Arizona State approved Structured English Immersion (SEI) coursework.

  • Evidence of successful teaching experience.

Temporary Housekeeper

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. minimum.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card.

  • One year of progressive housekeeping experience required.

  • Bilingual in English and Navajo preferred.

  • Must have a valid Arizona State Driver’s License.

  • Must be dependable and reliable.

  • Must be in good health and able to lift 50-pound equipment.

Volunteer Assistant Coach (For High School and Middle School Fall and Winter Sports)

  • High School diploma or G.E.D. minimum required.

  • Valid Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

  • NFHS Coach Level 1 Certification (NFHS Learning Center).

  • First-Aid and CPR certification required.

  • One year of coaching experience preferred.

  • Demonstrate interest in and an aptitude for performing the responsibilities of the sport.