4th Grade Teacher — Inspire Growth in Every Lesson

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Health insurance

Life insurance

ASRS retirement

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher in Mesa, AZ to translate district standards into engaging learning experiences. You will maintain a positive educational environment and craft programs addressing the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.

Online application requires Arizona certification, IVP fingerprint clearance, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Arizona teaching certification required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Transcript of credits and three letters of recommendation required.

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).
• 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.
• Works with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student.
• Produces, utilizes and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline.
• Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning.
• Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students.
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Skills

Portrait of Graduate

Know by name

College readiness

Career readiness

Instructional skills

Management techniques

Professional relationships

Communication

Professional appearance

Academic planning

Professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree

Arizona Teaching Certification

Alternate certification pathways

Job description

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher in Mesa, AZ to translate district standards into engaging learning experiences. You will maintain a positive educational environment and craft programs addressing the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.

Online application requires Arizona certification, IVP fingerprint clearance, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts.