Elementary Homeroom Teacher (Grades 3-5) – Growth

Great Hearts Online; Apache Junction, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits

401K matching

Professional development opportunities

Graduate degree support

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Apache Junction, AZ is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for Grades 3-5 for Fall 2027. You will guide students through a classical liberal arts curriculum and cultivate a classroom rooted in wonder, truth, goodness, and beauty.

You will collaborate with an Assistant Teacher, engage families, and participate in ongoing professional growth within a network of tuition-free public schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role
• Certification is not required for general education
• All majors are welcome
• US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
• Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Great Hearts Academies in Apache Junction, AZ is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for Grades 3-5 for Fall 2027. You will guide students through a classical liberal arts curriculum and cultivate a classroom rooted in wonder, truth, goodness, and beauty.

You will collaborate with an Assistant Teacher, engage families, and participate in ongoing professional growth within a network of tuition-free public schools.