4th Grade Humanities (AMS Peoria Advanced) 2026-2027 School Year

The Academies of Math and Science; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is seeking a passionate 4th Grade Humanities Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at our Peoria campus. Start date ASAP with on-site duties, delivering standards-aligned instruction and building foundational literacy and numeracy through data-driven planning.

Join a collaborative team that emphasizes PBIS, family engagement, and ongoing professional growth. Ideal candidates hold a related degree or Arizona certification and are committed to serving Title

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or relevant content area) OR
• Valid Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area OR
• Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
• Plus SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks.
• Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning and interventions.
• Build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
• Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
• Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
• Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to continuously improve teaching practices.
• Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
• Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.

Job description

• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science

4th Grade Humanities Teacher 2026-2027 SY

Start: ASAP

Location: 7785 West Peoria Avenue

Peoria, AZ 85345

Schedule: Full time, On-Site

Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.89 (DOE)

Position Summary

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 for students in historically underserved communities.

AMS is seeking a passionate, data-driven 4th Grade Humanities Teacher to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and build strong foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills.

AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and consistent data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Achievement

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks.
• Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning and interventions.
• Build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
• Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
• Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to continuously improve teaching practices.
• Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
• Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or relevant content area) OR
• Valid Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area OR
• Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
• Plus SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training is preferred but not required

Additionally, Candidates Must

• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset
• Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment

Compensation & Benefits

AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Optional vision coverage
• Performance bonuses
• Stipend opportunities for tutoring and extracurricular leadership
• Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!