Careers at Maize USD 266
Lead Forward With Us!
We are committed to building a team that shares our core values of integrity, innovation, and community. If you are passionate about fostering empathy, resilience, and responsibility in a supportive educational environment, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of our students and community.
Safe and well-maintained facilities are a great feature found in our district. The intermediate, middle, and high schools all have school resource officers, and all schools have physical safety features built in. The two intermediate schools are in their second year and were designed to allow amazing collaboration. The district also recently opened our Maize Performing Arts and Aquatics Center.
There are many reasons you may want to start your career at Maize USD 266. Read on to learn more!
We welcome you to apply for any positions that interest you. Please note that some positions are school-specific, and your application will not be shared beyond that school.
Teaching in Maize is special because teachers are trusted to do what is best for kids. Educators are held to a high standard, given opportunities to grow, and given space to create an engaging classroom.
Emilee McCoskey4th Grade Teacher
Position Spotlights
Maize is innovative, student-driven, demonstrates staff appreciation, and connects the community within our schools. It's a great district to work in and a great place for my children to get their education!
Ashley Best1st Grade Teacher
Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominee
District Support
- Maize USD 266 Superintendent Dr. Greer visits every building each year for Listening Tours, during which employees may ask questions, express concerns, and build relationships with district leadership
- District-wide bonus offered to employees in September 2024
- Employee raises for 2024-2025 ranged from 6-17 percent
- District-sponsored keynote speakers and conferences
- Internal newsletter catered specifically to employees
- Maize Board of Education members are invested in Maize students, often attending their extracurricular events and even serving as substitutes
#MaizeFamily
Community Support
- Local businesses offer grants to improve classrooms and programs
- Many alumni return to work in the district
- Maize Education Foundation nonprofit provides grants for all positions - not just teachers!
- Supportive union representatives through Maize Education Association
- Partnerships with the City of Maize and Maize Recreation Commission allow Maize USD 266 to provide extra services to our families and employees
- Maize USD 266 was named Best School District in the Wichita Area by Niche
- Maize is a suburb of the Wichita Metropolitan Area, which is ranked No. 3 in the nation for best metropolitan cost of living (U.S. News, 2024)
- Maize USD 266 is the 13th largest employer in the Wichita area
Maize was a perfect fit for me. It has good hours, and I get treated like a real person, all while helping kids get to and from school. We claim the students as our own when they are on our buses, whether that’s the beginning or end of the school day.
Maize USD 266 Bus Driver
Benefits
Compensation: Maize USD 266 offers competitive compensation for every position! View the 2024-2025 negotiated agreement to learn more.
Benefits: Most district employees are eligible to be enrolled in the KPERS retirement plan. Employees working at least 25 hours per week are eligible for subsidized health insurance and a variety of other health benefits. View the 2024-2025 benefits guide to learn more.
Paid time off: Paid holidays and leave time are great benefits. Employees working during the school year are paid for 6 holidays and 16 days of sick/personal time. Employees working year-round also receive paid vacation and additional holidays. View the 2024-2025 work calendars to learn more.
Training
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Mentorship Program
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New Staff Orientation
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Year 1 and Year 2 Training
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Para Academy
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Maize Professional Learning Series
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Student Support Specialists
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Special Education Coaches