What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Math Teacher (Desert Sky) 85035 position at The Academies of Math and Science?
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Academies of Math and Science
Middle School Math Teacher 6th grade
Location: 5701 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.88 year-round salary (DOE)
About Desert Sky & AMS
The Academies of Math & Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing public charter schools across Arizona, committed to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to students from diverse and underserved communities.
Our Desert Sky campus in Phoenix serves a dedicated and diverse community of scholars. We believe in structure, high expectations, cultural responsiveness, and the power of strong instruction to change student trajectories.
If you are a mission-driven educator who believes every child — regardless of zip code, income, or background — deserves access to an excellent education, Desert Sky is where you belong.
What You’ll Do
As a Middle School Math Teacher at Desert Sky, you will:
You will thrive here if you are:
We reward excellence and support growth.
Academies of Math and Science
Middle School Math Teacher 6th grade
Location: 5701 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.88 year-round salary (DOE)
About Desert Sky & AMS
The Academies of Math & Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing public charter schools across Arizona, committed to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to students from diverse and underserved communities.
Our Desert Sky campus in Phoenix serves a dedicated and diverse community of scholars. We believe in structure, high expectations, cultural responsiveness, and the power of strong instruction to change student trajectories.
If you are a mission-driven educator who believes every child — regardless of zip code, income, or background — deserves access to an excellent education, Desert Sky is where you belong.
What You’ll Do
As a Middle School Math Teacher at Desert Sky, you will:
- Deliver high-quality math instruction aligned to AMS curriculum standards through differentiation and standards-driven planning.
- Support students performing below, on, and above grade level using proven instructional strategies and intervention tools.
- Attend weekly professional development and collaborate in PLCs and grade-level teams.
- Communicate consistently with families and lead parent-student-teacher conferences to support academic and behavioral goals.
- Use measurable assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction for meaningful growth.
- Support and reinforce a positive school environment that is structured, safe, and motivating for all students.
- Use PBIS and restorative practices to develop student accountability, behavior skills, and socio-emotional growth.
You will thrive here if you are:
- Passionate about ensuring students in Title I and multilingual learner settings have access to strong instruction and opportunity.
- Highly organized, accountable, and committed to results.
- A reflective practitioner who welcomes feedback and continuously improves.
- A collaborative teammate who believes “we” is stronger than “I.”
- Ability to pass a background check and obtain a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Strong lesson planning, behavior management, and analytical skills
- Experience teaching or supporting rigorous math instruction preferred
- Ability and willingness to implement a structured, proven instructional model
- Commitment to collaboration, continuous learning, and equitable student outcomes
We reward excellence and support growth.
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
- Optional, low-cost vision coverage
- Annual performance bonuses averaging $2,200 (opportunity up to $3,400)
- Ongoing coaching, mentorship, and PD throughout the school year
Salary : $48,331 - $54,572