2026-2027 SY Certified: Math (Algebra I/Geometry) Teacher

Agua Fria; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Agua Fria High School seeks a certified Teacher for Mathematics. The role is a full-time, exempt position with a 186-day calendar (183 days for returning teachers). The compensation aligns to the Certified Teacher Compensation Guide, starting with Prop 301 monies at $60,004.

The teacher will design lessons, assess student progress, communicate with families, and maintain accurate grades in an engaging, standards-aligned classroom. Opportunity to advance teaching credentials included.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Arizona teaching certificate for the position.
• Able to obtain either a Provisional SEI endorsement, a full ESL endorsement, or a full Bilingual endorsement.
• Current and valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

• Creates and designs lesson plans, instruction, and assessment aligned to Arizona Academic Standards.
• Communicates with parents in a timely manner.
• Presents accurate information.
• Is highly qualified to teach the content area.
• Uses content material appropriate to students, content area, and academic standards.
• Provides constructive feedback/criticism to students.
• Keeps accurate grade and attendance records.
• Adheres to District policies, rules, and regulations.

Skills

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Parent communication

Content knowledge

Education

Arizona teaching certificate

Provisional SEI endorsement

ESL endorsement

Bilingual endorsement

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

Google Workspace

Grading software

Instructional platforms

Job description

• Position Type: Certified Teaching/Secondary Education/ Mathematics


• Date Posted: 11/9/2026


• Location: Agua Fria High School


• Date Available: 01/04/2027


• Closing Date: Until Filled

JOB DESCRIPTION – Teacher

TITLE: Teacher FTE: 1.0

FLSA STATUS: Exempt WORK CALENDAR:186 days new hires/183 days returning teachers

COMPENSATION: Certified Teacher Compensation Guide (starting w/Prop 301 monies $60,004)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Creates and designs lesson plans, instruction, and assessment aligned to Arizona Academic Standards


2. Communicates with parents in a timely manner


3. Presents accurate information


4. Is highly qualified to teach the content area


5. Uses content material appropriate to students, content area, and academic standards


6. Uses resource materials, procedures, and models related to the lesson


7. Deals with students in a fair and impartial manner, promoting positive self-image/concept


8. Models, requires, and promotes a feeling of mutual respect and courtesy


9. Creates an atmosphere conducive to verbal and or nonverbal activity


10. Provides constructive feedback/criticism to students


11. Follows a logical sequence of instructions


12. Plans instruction and activities which address identified objectives


13. Relates and or integrates materials to other disciplines


14. Organize resources to facilitate the achievement of objectives


15. Provides focus for the students at the beginning of lessons


16. Obtains responses, assesses learning, and adjusts instruction in order to provide students the best opportunity for academic success


17. Provides opportunities for students to practice concept skills


18. Utilizes a variety of techniques and methods to provide instruction at higher levels of thinking


19. Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior


20. Ensures that students are supervised at all times


21. Keeps accurate grade and attendance records


22. Models professionalism through speech, dress, and actions


23. Adheres to Arizona Department of Education and District policies, rules, and regulations


24. Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

Education / Certificate

The teacher must have a valid Arizona teaching certificate for the position to which the individual is assigned

1. The teacher must be able to obtain either a Provisional SEI endorsement, a full ESL endorsement, or a full Bilingual endorsement


2. The teacher must be able to become highly qualified in the core content for the position to which the individual is assigned


3. Current and valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Communication Skills

1. 1.Strong writing, literacy, and communication skills; uses effective communication strategies to interact with a variety of audiences


2. 2. Bilingual communication is beneficial

Computer Skills

1. Must be proficient with technology (i.e. email, Google Suites, grading software, instructional platforms, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently


2. Must be able to vary from standing, sitting, or walking


3. Must be able to move quickly when needed (student safety)

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. 1. Must be able to tolerate a high paced working environment


2. 2. Must be able to multitask


3. 3. Must be able to be flexible with work hours

1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.