Elementary PE Teacher (Immediate Placement)

Paycom - ATS; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amplus Academy in Las Vegas, NV seeks an Elementary Teacher to implement daily instruction aligned with state and federal standards. Under supervision of the Principal, you will foster a classroom environment that supports student learning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and Nevada teaching license, with 2+ years of teaching experience preferred. The school emphasizes classical education across K-12 and offers a 10-month contract with a salary range aligned to board-approved scales.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of pedagogy and education best practices.
• Desire to teach elementary school and adapt to developmental stages.
• Ability to design lessons that engage and meet curriculum goals.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills for classroom management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in high-stress situations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Classroom.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned to curricula.
• Deliver varied teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles.
• Create a positive classroom climate for learning and safety.
• Prepare materials, assign work, and evaluate student performance.
• Communicate progress with parents and staff in a professional manner.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with policies.
• Maintain records and participate in faculty meetings.

Skills

Pedagogy

Engaging instruction

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Nevada Teaching License

2+ years teaching experience

Elementary education training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Classroom

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Rainbow Campus - Las Vegas, NV 89118, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Education, Elementary Teacher Job Description (2026- 2027 School Year)

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Principal, the Elementary Teacher will implement daily student instruction based on an educational curriculum designed to meet State of Nevada as well as federal standards for students. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning.

The teacher will be expected to adhere to Amplus Academy’s professional standards as well as Nevada Department of Education licensure standards. Amplus Academy is a classical education charter school located in the southwest area of Las Vegas. Amplus Academy has two campuses serving Kindergarten- 12th grade students.

Terms of Employment:

10-month per Contract of Employment (180 Day Calendar)

Salary:

The compensation for this position is in alignment with the Amplus Governing Board approved Salary Schedule; Salary Schedule based on years’ experience and degree held. Compensation for all positions are determined by the Governing Board and Administration of Amplus Academy. Consideration is given for experience and specialized skills in determining salary.

Salary Range:

$50,840- $80,000 with 100% Employer Paid PERS

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and school, state and federal curriculum guidelines
• Designs and delivers individual lesson plans using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learning styles
• Ensures the opportunity for students to learn in a positive, supportive environment
• Develops a classroom climate that promotes positive learning
• Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance
• Analyzes student progress and provides appropriate instruction
• Discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students and parents as they arise
• Monitors students’ progress throughout the year
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with school and state laws and policies
• Communicates progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or principal
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents
• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records
• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars
• Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in elementary education
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of the pedagogy and best practices of education
• Desire to teach elementary school-aged children and ability to adapt to their developmental status.
• The ability to design lessons that teach in an engaging manner and guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom or related software.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and Nevada Teaching License required
• Prior teaching experience (2 years+) preferred
• Specialized training in teaching elementary school-aged children is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that a person holding this position must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential job duties.

• Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.
• Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distance objects with clarity, identify and distinguish objects, and be visually observant of classroom behavior and learning activities.
• Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, hear sounds clearly up to 20 feet and be cognizant of verbal altercations in the classroom.
• Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups.
• Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; ability to occasionally restrain or move up to 50-100 pounds if required to intervene during student safety issues.
• This type of work requires occasional or frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, or reaching for extended periods of time.
• This type of work requires occasional or frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling during crisis scenarios such as hard lockdowns, earthquake drills, etc.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and/or mobility to grasp and/or manipulate objects, operate mechanical equipment, and move about the work area.
• Ability to operate, activate and use a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and printer.
• Employees in this classification may be subject to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, temperature fluctuations, high noise levels, and various work related hazards such as bloodborne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials.

Disclaimers:

Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Amplus Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Amplus Academy does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disabilities, marital status, pregnancy status, veterans status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 Accommodations:

Individuals with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations in order to apply or maintain employment, should contact Amplus Academys Department of Human Resources at 702-970-6800.