Elementary Classroom Teacher

School Year: 2024-2025

Contract: 10 month

Position Purpose

As an Elementary School Teacher, you will be instrumental in shaping the educational experience of students at a formative stage of their development. You will implement the district-approved curriculum and foster a nurturing learning environment that promotes student success in academic and interpersonal skills. Your role will be pivotal in documenting student progress and activities while addressing the diverse educational needs of each student.

Essential Functions

• Administers a school curriculum aligned with district goals and objectives, ensuring a cohesive educational experience
• Foster a classroom atmosphere that supports both individual and group learning activities, ensuring safety and promoting student engagement
• Craft lesson plans and instructional materials that convert traditional lessons into engaging learning experiences, optimizing the use of instructional time
• Continuously assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with special needs, through tailored individual and small group sessions
• Teach principles of responsible citizenship and specific subjects as mandated by law and district guidelines, enriching student understanding and compliance
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student performance, attendance, and activities as per district requirements and legal standards
• Actively engage parents in their children’s educational process, ensuring transparent communication and fostering a supportive home-learning environment
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Collaborate with peers to assess and enhance the curriculum, participating actively in faculty meetings and committees
• Select and manage educational materials and resources, including books and instructional aids, maintaining detailed inventory records.
• Oversee and ensure the safety of students during school-related activities outside the classroom, including during transportation
• Administer district-mandated standardized tests, ensuring compliance with testing protocols

Additional Duties

Undertake additional duties as directed by the Principal and central office administrators, following guidelines set by the Superintendent

Equipment

Demonstrates strong capabilities with standard office equipment, including personal computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and telephones. Must be proficient in using technology, including effective use of the internet and search tools for educational purposes

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possesses deep knowledge of current teaching methodologies and educational pedagogy, including differentiated instruction tailored to various student learning styles
• Well-versed in elementary school curriculum and concepts, ensuring a robust and developmentally appropriate educational experience
• Skilled in using data information systems for analysis and action plan formulation to enhance educational outcomes
• Understand applicable federal and state laws relevant to education and student rights, ensuring compliance and informed instructional decisions
• Proficient in using computer network systems and software applications relevant to educational settings
• Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate work efficiently
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering an inclusive and supportive community
• Committed to self-evaluation and continual professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness
• Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all school stakeholders

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Operates in standard office and school building settings, equipped with the facilities typical of a comprehensive elementary school
• The role of a teacher involves diverse physical activities, which may include, but are not limited to:
• Frequent movement within the classroom to interact with students and facilitate activities
• Occasional need to reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch during classroom and extracurricular activities
• Ability to write, type, or handle classroom materials
• Ability to lift and carry supplies, textbooks, and equipment as necessary
• Visual and auditory acuity to maintain classroom safety and management

Education

• Preferred: Arizona State Certification as an Elementary Teacher
• Preferred: Arizona State Certification in the appropriate grade level
• Required: Bachelor from an accredited college or university

Experience

Open to candidates at all stages of their teaching careers, from early career teachers to those with extensive experience. Prior success in elementary teaching is an advantage

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary:

Bachelors: $52,789 - 64,062 (depending on experience)

Masters: $54,637 - $66,303 (depending on experience)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $56,789.00 - $66,303.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 3rd grade

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

School type:

• Charter school

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person