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Tempe Union staffing update: 41 new hires, special education and transportation remain hard-to-fill
Summary
Human resources reported 41 new certified hires for the 2025-26 school year, many hard-to-fill openings in special education, math and science, and current vacancies including four special education teachers and psychologist positions.
Human Resources Director Mr. Hazel reported the district hired 41 certified teachers for the 2025-26 school year, 14 of whom were new to the profession. Most new hires came from neighboring East Valley districts and charters; some were from out of state. Hazel said the district’s hardest-to-fill areas remain math, science and special education.
The presentation included turnover data showing 61 certified employees left the district last year, largely due to retirement. Hazel said only two departing teachers were within…
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