5th Grade Teacher - Impactful, Data-Driven, Full-Time

Kerr Center for Agriscience (K-8); Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Matched retirement through ASRS

Job summary

Kerr Center for Agriscience (K-8) in Mesa, AZ seeks a 5th grade teacher to implement district standards, foster a positive learning environment, and meet diverse student needs. The role emphasizes lesson planning, assessment, and collaboration with families and staff.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with valid Arizona teaching certification and prior teaching experience. The position offers a full-time schedule, benefits, and performance pay opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program.
• Arizona teaching certification required.
• Experience in K-12 classroom instruction or student teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-based lessons aligning with district curriculum.
• Use varied instructional and management techniques.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Plan with district guides and textbooks.
• Incorporate higher-order thinking and real-life applications.
• Create and align instructional and assessment materials.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning.
• Collect and use student achievement data to guide decisions.
• Maintain positive classroom environment and routines.
• Foster strong communication with students and parents.
• Collaborate with staff to meet individual student needs.
• Maintain student records on achievement, attendance and behavior.
• Ensure a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Support school goals and participate in activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

Instructional planning

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arizona teaching certification

Student teaching / practicum

Job description

Kerr Center for Agriscience (K-8) in Mesa, AZ seeks a 5th grade teacher to implement district standards, foster a positive learning environment, and meet diverse student needs. The role emphasizes lesson planning, assessment, and collaboration with families and staff.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with valid Arizona teaching certification and prior teaching experience. The position offers a full-time schedule, benefits, and performance pay opportunities.