5th Grade Teacher - Gowan Science Academy

Gowan Science Academy; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Gowan Science Academy in Yuma, AZ is seeking a dedicated 5th Grade Teacher to foster student growth and curiosity. You will deliver engaging lessons, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff to support a positive learning environment.

Starting immediately, salary ranges from $62,600 to $73,100 per year, with benefits as established by Crane Elementary School District. The ideal candidate holds an Arizona teaching certificate and is committed to high instructional standards and ongoing

Qualifications

• Valid Emergency, Elementary or Secondary Arizona teaching certificate and appropriate endorsements as required.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for assigned classes, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media; tailored to location and student needs.
• Strives to implement the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assesses student progress and provides progress reports as required.
• Maintains records as required by law and policy.
• Assists administration in implementing policies and maintains classroom order.
• Plans and supervises assignments for teacher aides and volunteers.
• Maintains professional competence through staff participation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Arizona teaching certificate (Emergency/Elementary/Secondary) and endorsements

Job description

5th Grade Teacher - Gowan Science Academy

Crane Elementary School District 13 Gowan Science Academy - Yuma, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5940747

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and specific times.
• 2. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• 3. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• 4. Prepares for assigned classes, and shows written evidence of preparation upon the request of immediate superior.
• 5. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• 6. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and__n harmony with the goals__establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like. Communicates these objectives to students.
• 7. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media; consistent with the physical limitations of the provided location and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• 8. Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• 9. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• 10. Recognizes and evaluates the learning and other disabilities of students on a regular basis; seeks the assistance or referral of district specialists as required.
• 11. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• 12. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• 13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct; and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• 14. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• 15. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• 16. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• 17. Attends requisite staff meetings and serves on staff committees as needed.
• 18. Performs other necessary duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Emergency, Elementary or Secondary Arizona teaching certificate and appropriate endorsements as required.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Teacher's contract. Salary and benefits as established by the Board.

EVALUATION: Evaluation of this position will be performed by the principal/qualified evaluator in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.

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*Salary Estimate Note:

• Performance Pay is composed of "highly effective" rating as a teacher and completion of professional development hours as defined in the Classroom Site Fund Plan (Prop 301). "Ineffective" or "Developing" teachers should review Classroom Site Fund for earnings estimate.
• Instructional Improvement is subject to annual Governing Board approval
• Starting salary on job posting includes base salary and supplemental pay the teacher is eligible for but must meet plan criteria.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,600 to $73,100 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Claudia Bevins , Recruiting Marketing Coordinator
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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