First Grade Homeroom Teacher – Classical Education & Growth

Great Hearts Academies; Anthem (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

401K matching

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Anthem, AZ is seeking a First Grade Elementary School Teacher to join our archway campus. The role involves delivering the Great Hearts curriculum for K-5, with a focus on building a love of learning and character.

You will collaborate with an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher to provide a supportive classroom environment and engage families for home-school partnerships. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, is open to all majors, and supports a classical liberal

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in reading great books.
• All majors welcome; certification not required for general education.

Responsibilities

• As a Homeroom Teacher you provide a welcoming and nurturing classroom that guides students to build a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning.
• Curricular elements include Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, and rich content in History, Science, and Literature.
• As a Homeroom Teacher you enjoy the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom.
• 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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Reading great books

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Great Hearts Academies in Anthem, AZ is seeking a First Grade Elementary School Teacher to join our archway campus. The role involves delivering the Great Hearts curriculum for K-5, with a focus on building a love of learning and character.

You will collaborate with an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher to provide a supportive classroom environment and engage families for home-school partnerships. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, is open to all majors, and supports a classical liberal