Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills and resource materials
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques
• Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents
• Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation
• Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning
• Creates instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and method of instruction
• Use available technology or instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement
• Establishes, supports and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certification
• Prior teaching experience
• Associate teacher, student teaching or practicum experience
• Evidence of highly qualified status
• Transcript of credits
• Three letters of recommendation
• Arizona certification

Benefits

• Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance