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We measure the progress of every scholar each week. Then, our teachers adjust instruction to meet each child where they are – accelerating their progress to where they are capable of going.
Our rigorous approach is based upon an accelerated curriculum one grade level above the standards set by the Arizona Department of Education.
Students are then able to make connections across subjects, discovering relevancy between seemingly diverse concepts.
Scholars also enjoy performing arts options including dance, choir, percussion, violin, and woodwinds. In combination with Student Council, Young Scholars, Chess Club, Science Olympiad, mindfulness, and other self-discovery options, students explore and develop a wide range of interests.
Our world-class educators utilize the intellectual, social, and emotional prowess of young people and are able to help every student achieve high goals and realize their full potential. Our teachers also have rich subject area expertise, which means they provide insights and context that help subjects come to life. Equal parts mentor, coach, counselor, and instructor, our teachers are passionate about helping young people achieve success.
DA balances academics with leadership and service to others through enrichment activities including Student Council, Young Scholars, Chess Club, Science Olympiad, and Dance Club, to name a few.
Because real self-development includes academic, physical development, and also social-emotional development, SDA teaches mindfulness, empathy, and conflict resolution to all students.
SDA is one of the most consistently highly ranked and recognized charter schools in the state, including the distinction of being named Best Charter Elementary School in America.
We teach a grade higher than most Arizona schools, but our curriculum is much more than that. We focus on developing strong foundations and opening the door to unlimited futures.
AVERAGE TEACHER SALARY (A.R.S. §15-189.05), as added by Laws 2018, Ch. 285, §3
Self Development Charter School dba Self Development Academy-Mesa
1. Average salary of all teachers employed in budget year 2025 $ 59,925
2. Average salary of all teachers employed in prior year 2024 $ 57,157
3. Increase in average teacher salary from the prior year 2024 $ 2,768
4. Percentage increase 4.8%
Self Development Online Academy
1. Average salary of all teachers employed in budget year 2025 $ 59,925
2. Average salary of all teachers employed in prior year 2024 $ 57,157
3. Increase in average teacher salary from the prior year 2024 $ 2,768
4. Percentage increase 4.8%
Self Development Academy-Phoenix
1. Average salary of all teachers employed in budget year 2025 $ 57,752
2. Average salary of all teachers employed in prior year 2024 $ 57,576
3. Increase in average teacher salary from the prior year 2024 $ 176
4. Percentage increase 0.3%
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