A teacher who leaves contrary to this section shall be deemed to commit an unprofessional act. And upon request of the governing board, shall be subject to such disciplinary action, including suspension or revocation of the certificate as a State Board of Education deems appropriate.
Teacher contracts are for one year. Teachers may receive multiyear contracts for up to three years in duration, as an incentive for obtaining the highest performance classification. However, if offered a multiyear contract, the teacher may accept a multiyear contract offer or decline and accept a one year contract.
It can take anywhere from six months to six years to become a teacher in Arizona. A bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement, typically taking four years to complete. You must also be enrolled or have completed a teacher preparation program and pass the AEPA/NES exams.
(This is more than most full-time employees.) Of course, I realize that many people with 40-hour-a-week jobs take work home or work more than their 40 hours. But remember, again, that teachers' contracts aren't actually for 12 months a year. Contracts are usually for 39 weeks, or around 180 days.
In addition to a monthly pension, you'll also gain access to health insurance benefits in retirement. Some additional retirement benefits include: long-term disability benefits, survivor benefits, group health insurance coverage, and health insurance premium benefits supplements.
Teachers in Arizona are awarded tenure after a three-year probationary period.