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Academies of Math and Science
Kindergarten Teacher – Nellis Campus (Las Vegas, NV)
Location: 1780 Betty Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89156
Start Date: Summer 2026
Compensation: $54,000 – $60,813 annually (based on years of K–12 teacher-of-record experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site
Position Overview
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education.
As AMS expands into Nevada, we are seeking passionate and data-driven Kindergarten Teachers to join our Nellis campus founding team. This role is ideal for educators who are committed to delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and building strong foundational academic and social-emotional skills for students.
AMS teachers are collaborative, culturally responsive, and dedicated to helping all scholars achieve at high levels.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Achievement
AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.
Salary: $54,000 – $60,813 annually (based on years of K–12 teacher-of-record experience)
Benefits Include
Academies of Math and Science
Kindergarten Teacher – Nellis Campus (Las Vegas, NV)
Location: 1780 Betty Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89156
Start Date: Summer 2026
Compensation: $54,000 – $60,813 annually (based on years of K–12 teacher-of-record experience)
Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site
Position Overview
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education.
As AMS expands into Nevada, we are seeking passionate and data-driven Kindergarten Teachers to join our Nellis campus founding team. This role is ideal for educators who are committed to delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and building strong foundational academic and social-emotional skills for students.
AMS teachers are collaborative, culturally responsive, and dedicated to helping all scholars achieve at high levels.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Achievement
- Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction using AMS curriculum and instructional frameworks.
- Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
- Use assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction to maximize student growth.
- Foster strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking.
- Participate in weekly professional development and grade-level collaboration meetings.
- Work closely with instructional leaders and colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic goals.
- Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.
- Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies to support student behavior and social-emotional development.
- Create a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
- Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction using AMS curriculum and instructional frameworks.
- Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
- Use assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction to maximize student growth.
- Foster strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking.
- Participate in weekly professional development and grade-level collaboration meetings.
- Work closely with instructional leaders and colleagues to continuously improve teaching practices.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic goals.
- Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.
- Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies to support student behavior and social-emotional development.
- Create a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
- Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nevada Department of Education (NDE) teaching license in a relevant subject area by the time of appointment.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Ability to pass required state and federal background checks.
- Commitment to serving students in Title I and multilingual communities.
- Strong analytical skills and enthusiasm for data-driven instruction.
- Willingness to implement rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum within the AMS instructional framework.
- Two (2) or more years of direct K–12 teaching experience as a teacher of record.
- Experience working in Title I or high-need school settings.
- Experience differentiating instruction for multilingual learners.
- Strong classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Experience collaborating within professional learning communities.
AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.
Salary: $54,000 – $60,813 annually (based on years of K–12 teacher-of-record experience)
Benefits Include
- Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Professional development and instructional coaching
- Opportunities for stipends through tutoring, intervention, and extracurricular leadership
Salary : $54,000 - $60,813