SUSD -- Scottsdale Unified School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Over 1,000 teachers are employed at SUSD. The SUSD teacher and administration salary figures provided in the tables below are taken from several sources as noted under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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SUSD Teacher Salary Details
The table below details salary ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale local area. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels. For example, a teacher with a master's in education may have higher salary than an entry level teacher.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $34,370 | $28,350-$47,940 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $53,910 | $41,560 - $65,770 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,090 | $38,750 - $65,310 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,670 | $39,710 - $76,660 |
| High School Teacher | $62,540 | $47,150 - $82,860 |
| PE Teacher | $68,530 | $35,440 - $101,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
Special Education Teacher Salary
The table below details salary ranges for special education teachers that work for SUSD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $57,350 | $45,580 - $78,190 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $49,970 | $30,790-$83,390 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $87,330 | $61,800 - $107,030 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,010 | $40,380 - $76,610 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Employee and Teacher Benefits (Estimated)
The estimated value of administrator and teacher benefits provided by SUSD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Arizona | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,729 | $12,108 |
| Administrators | $14,953 | $11,880 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Scottsdale Unified School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by SUSD. This information is obtained through a self reported survey provided by the NCES Universe Survey.
Total Number of Teachers Employed
Total number of teachers employed by SUSD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,654 | 1,387 | 1,292 |
| Preschool Teachers | 16 | 13 | 11 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 96 | 87 | 83 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 917 | 750 | 684 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 625 | 537 | 515 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Instructional Supervisors, Coordinators, and Teaching Assistants
Total number of instructional supervisors, coordinators, and teaching assistant jobs are listed in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | - | 30 | 24 |
| Teaching Assistants | 477 | 312 | 420 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
District and School Administrators and Support Staff
Total number of school administrators and support staff that work for SUSD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,021 | 1,021 | 963 |
| District Administrators | 5 | 48 | 29 |
| District Support Staff | 10 | 107 | 101 |
| School Administrators | 102 | 126 | 67 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 92 | 75 | 72 |
| Student Support Staff | 321 | 331 | 353 |
| Other Support Staff | 377 | 334 | 340 |
| Guidance Counselors | 38 | 33 | 36 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 34 | 29 | 31 |
SUSD Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, SUSD has 35 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Creighton Elementary School District (10 Schools)
- Balsz Elementary District (6 Schools)
- Wilson Creek School District (2 Schools)
- Madison Elementary District (8 Schools)
- Phoenix Elementary School District (16 Schools)
Scottsdale Unified School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Paradise Valley
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Elementary School 8801 North 56th St Paradise Valley AZ 85253 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-5 | 38 | 551 |
| Kiva Elementary School 6911 East Mcdonald Dr Paradise Valley AZ 85253 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-6 | 32 | 519 |
Teaching in Phoenix
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia High School 4703 East Indian School Rd Phoenix AZ 85018 (480) 484-6100 |
9-12 | 72 | 1,736 |
| Hopi Elementary School 5110 East Lafayette Blvd Phoenix AZ 85018 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-5 | 42 | 901 |
| Ingleside Middle School 5402 East Osborn Rd Phoenix AZ 85018 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 33 | 740 |
| Tavan Elementary School 4610 East Osborn Phoenix AZ 85018 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-5 | 45 | 733 |
Teaching in Scottsdale
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anasazi Elementary School 12121 North 124th St Scottsdale AZ 85259 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-5 | 31 | 634 |
| Arcadia Neighborhood Learning Center School 4330 North 62nd St Scottsdale AZ 85251 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-8 | 27 | 501 |
| Chaparral High School 6935 East Gold Dust Scottsdale AZ 85253 (480) 484-6100 |
9-12 | 92 | 2,064 |
| Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School 13636 North 100th St Scottsdale AZ 85260 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-8 | 43 | 1,043 |
| Cochise Elementary School 9451 North 84th St Scottsdale AZ 85258 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-5 | 39 | 596 |
| Cocopah Middle School 6615 East Cholla St Scottsdale AZ 85254 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 41 | 884 |
| Copper Ridge Elementary School 10101 East Thompson Peak Parkw Scottsdale AZ 85255 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-8 | 58 | 1,163 |
| Coronado High School 7501 East Virginia Ave Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-6800 |
9-12 | 66 | 1,072 |
| Desert Canyon Elementary School 10203 East Mcdowell Mountain R Scottsdale AZ 85255 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-5 | 30 | 510 |
| Desert Canyon Middle School 10203 East Mcdowell Mtn. Ranch Scottsdale AZ 85255 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 29 | 600 |
| Desert Mountain High School 12575 East Via Linda Scottsdale AZ 85259 (480) 484-7000 |
9-12 | 97 | 2,266 |
| Early Childhood Campus - Cholla 11130 East Cholla Scottsdale AZ 85259 (480) 484-7700 |
PK-KG | 6 | 37 |
| Hohokam Elementary School 8451 East Oak St Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-1800 |
PK-6 | 34 | 446 |
| Laguna Elementary School 10475 East Lakeview Dr Scottsdale AZ 85258 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-5 | 33 | 575 |
| Mohave Middle School 8490 East Jackrabbit Rd Scottsdale AZ 85250 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 43 | 834 |
| Mountainside Middle School 11256 North 128th St Scottsdale AZ 85259 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 38 | 816 |
| Navajo Elementary School 4525 North Granite Reef Scottsdale AZ 85251 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-6 | 33 | 433 |
| Pima Elementary School 8330 East Osborn Rd Scottsdale AZ 85251 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-6 | 35 | 608 |
| Pueblo Elementary School 6320 North 82nd St Scottsdale AZ 85250 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-6 | 32 | 527 |
| Saguaro High School 6250 North 82nd St Scottsdale AZ 85250 (480) 484-6100 |
9-12 | 62 | 1,336 |
| Scottsdale Online Learning 7601 East Oak St Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-7900 |
KG-12 | 7 | 81 |
| Sequoya Elementary School 11808 North 64th St Scottsdale AZ 85254 (480) 484-6100 |
KG-5 | 27 | 501 |
| Supai Middle School 6720 East Continental Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-6100 |
6-8 | 37 | 726 |
| Tonalea Elementary School 6801 East Oak St Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-3600 |
PK-6 | 30 | 404 |
| Yavapai Elementary School 701 North Miller Rd Scottsdale AZ 85257 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-6 | 29 | 442 |
| Zuni Elementary School 9181 East Redfield Rd Scottsdale AZ 85260 (480) 484-6100 |
PK-6 | 31 | 558 |