Dysart district hosting fair for job-seekers in Surprise

The Dysart Unified School District invited the community to a job fair from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 15 at the district office, 15802 N. Parkview Place.

Walk-ins are welcome, but interested candidates can also register in advance to schedule an onsite interview at Dysart.org/Careers.

The job fair will feature a variety of employment options within Dysart Schools. Positions range from support staff and teachers to administrators. High need areas include paraprofessionals, often referred to as classroom assistants, child care and preschool aide positions, bus drivers and bus aides as well as special education teachers.

Interested applicants can also apply online for any open positions at Dysart.org/Careers prior to or at the job fair. Qualified candidates will be able to interview on July 15. Prospective applicants should bring their current resume and be ready for an interview.

Dysart Schools is an “A”-rated district that employs more than 2,700 staff members at 26 schools and two support sites.

Along with competitive salaries, Dysart offers a comprehensive benefit package to staff and has won many awards for its wellness program.

Dysart is the largest employer in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage, and has been recognized as one of the Best Companies to work for by both Zippia and TalentDesk.

Dysart’s starting salary for a new teacher is one of the highest in the Valley, at over $55,600 when Proposition 301 base and performance funds are included.

Based on the Auditor General Report, Dysart’s average teacher salary ($67,837) is well above the state average ($62,934) and that of peer districts ($59,762).

Additionally, hard-to-fill stipends are available for SPED, math and science teachers, and employees have additional earning power through employee referrals and other opportunities.