Elementary School Lead Teacher (25/26 School Year)

EAGLE College Preparatory Schools; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EAGLE College Preparatory Schools is seeking an Elementary School Lead Teacher for the 25/26 school year. The ideal candidate will lead classroom instruction, develop lesson plans, and foster a positive learning environment. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Education and a State Teacher Certification, along with strong classroom management and instructional skills. Join a team committed to academic excellence and character development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of teaching experience required.
• Experience working with students in urban communities preferred.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction and training of scholars in the classroom.
• Develop and implement daily instruction plans.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and student progress.

Skills

Instructional skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

State Teacher Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Elementary School Lead Teacher (25/26 School Year)

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EAGLE College Preparatory Schools is a leading charter school and education provider that is constantly looking to connect and speak with quality Teachers. Apply to this Elementary School Teacher position if you would like to talk to a member of our Recruiting team about either current or future positions at our schools! A member of our Recruiting team will reach out to you after reviewing your application.

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Principal, the Lead Teacher will lead the instruction and training of scholars in his or her classroom and/or assigned grade level(s). The Lead Teacher will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to ensure that academic success and character development are achieved by all scholars in the classroom.

Essential Responsibilities

• Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
• Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals
• Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences
• Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding
• Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
• Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.
• Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
• Provide reasonable vigilance for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
• Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments
• Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
• Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
• Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
• Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
• Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events
• Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours
• Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed
• Perform other duties as requested or required
  
  

Competencies

Serving Leader

• Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
  
  

Collaborative Relationships

• Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
• Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
  
  

Resource Management

• Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.
  
  

Forming Character

• Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
• Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
• Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
  
  

Academic Excellence

• Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
• Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
• Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent required
• State Teacher Certification
• Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred
• At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus
• Experience working with students and families in urban communities
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
• Proven track record of student achievement results
  
  

Personal Qualities

• Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Expecting Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis
• Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
• Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
• Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
• Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving
  
  

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education, Education, and Non-profit Organizations

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