Dynamic 5th Grade Teacher — Inspire & Grow

BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY seeks an Elementary Teacher for Kindergarten through 5th grade in Maricopa, AZ. The role involves delivering approved curriculum, planning lessons, and providing individualized instruction while maintaining a positive learning environment.

The position is full-time with an exempt contract and pays according to the district’s certified compensation plan. Applicant requirements include AZ teacher certification, fingerprint clearance, and required assessments.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement
• Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• EPI assessment
• Teacher Screening Interview

Responsibilities

• Teaches basic subject matter to pupils in a classroom, utilizing a course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Skills

Best teaching practices

Classroom management

Data assessment

Safety rules

First aid & CPR

Policy knowledge

Professional communication

Education

Arizona Certification

DPS Fingerprint Card

EPI assessment

Teacher Screening Interview

Job description

BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY seeks an Elementary Teacher for Kindergarten through 5th grade in Maricopa, AZ. The role involves delivering approved curriculum, planning lessons, and providing individualized instruction while maintaining a positive learning environment.

The position is full-time with an exempt contract and pays according to the district’s certified compensation plan. Applicant requirements include AZ teacher certification, fingerprint clearance, and required assessments.