The Dysart Unified School District invited the community to a job fair for a variety of employment options from support staff to teachers.

It’s scheduled for 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16 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.

High-need areas include paraprofessionals, often referred to as classroom assistants, bus aides, food service workers, as well as special education teachers.

Interested applicants can also apply for any open positions at Dysart.org/Careers prior to or at the job fair.

Qualified candidates will be able to interview on July 16. Prospective applicants should bring their current resume and be ready for an interview.

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

DUSD is the largest employer in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage

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 of $70,153 is well above the state average of $65,113 and that of peer districts ($66,799).

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.