First Grade Teacher

BASHA ELEMENTARY; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Retirement matching through ASRS

Health insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Professional growth credit

Job summary

BASHA ELEMENTARY in Chandler, Arizona invites applications for a First Grade Teacher. The role requires certified classroom teaching with a focus on aligning instruction to district standards and state requirements.

Benefits include retirement, health insurance, PTO and professional growth opportunities. Starting immediately, full-time position with a structured calendar and experience-based hiring details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Valid AZ DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• SEI endorsement obtained or coursework completed.
• K-5 Literacy endorsement in process or completed if teaching in K-5 classroom.

Responsibilities

• Communicates learning goals to students using clear language.
• Prepare and deliver instruction aligned to curriculum and standards.
• Create lesson plans linked to State and District standards.
• Use available technology to enhance learning.
• Utilize assessment data to improve instruction and place students appropriately.
• Establish classroom routines for a positive learning environment.
• Participate in parent conferences and school initiatives.

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

AZ DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

SEI endorsement

K-5 Literacy endorsement in process or completed

Job description

Base Salary:

First Grade Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5982954

Application Deadline: Nov 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Nov 05, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Niche.com names Chandler Unified School District as Best School District in AZ 2026
• AZ Big Media’s Ranking Arizona names Chandler Unified School District #1 School District in 2026

Employment Type:

Full-time

Base Salary:

Minimum entry: $58,000.00 prorated based on FTE and start date

Potential compensation in addition to base salary: up to $5,400 in stipends prorated based on FTE and start date

Calendar:

Certified, teachers new to district 203 workdays, returning teachers 201 workdays

Benefits:

PTO, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health and life insurance, wellness, professional growth credit

Performance Pay:

Available annually prorated based on FTE and start date

New Hire Experience:

$400 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experiencein the last 10 years, max $2800, National Board Certification $3,000 annually prorated based on FTE and start date

New Hire Education:

$1250 for advanced degrees + $80/hour of graduate level credits: BA +96hoursmax, MA +96hoursmax, $500for additional advanced degrees beyond Master's prorated based on FTE and start date

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION:CERTIFIED

JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHER

CALENDAR: 1960 (NEW TEACHER) OR 1961 (RETURNING TEACHER)

SALARY: CERTIFIED TEACHER

Job Goal:

The Classroom Teacher guides students toward achieving their full potential by transforming district curriculum standards into engaging and meaningful learning experiences. Through effective instruction and specialized assignments, the teacher promotes academic growth and personal development. This role upholds Chandler Unified School District’s mission and vision by fostering an equitable, safe, and supportive learning environment that challenges and empowers all learners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Appropriately Certified for teaching position according to the Arizona Department of Education Certification Guidelines: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/resources/educator-appropriately-certification-guidelines
• Possession of a valid AZ Department of Public Safety issued IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card: https://www.azdps.gov/services/public-services-center/fingerprint-clearance-card
• SEI endorsement obtained or coursework completed
• K-5 Literacy endorsement in process or completed if teaching in K-5 classroom

Core Job Functions:

• Communicates learning goals to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language
• Prepare and deliver instruction appropriate to the student population, including curriculum that addresses learning styles, abilities, interests, behavior problems, and students with special needs
• Create lesson plans describing daily learning experiences correlated with approved curriculum and State and District standards
• Use available technology to enhance learning
• Use district and state assessment data to improve instruction and place students in appropriate instructional and intervention programs
• Facilitate instruction based on current research-based best practices
• Effectively implement Individual Education Plans
• Establish classroom routines to promote a positive environment conducive to effective instruction
• Participate in team reviews concerning the academic progress of low-performing students
• Document and resolve issues related to student behavior problems and attendance
• Reflect on teaching and strive to improve professional competence
• Assume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Participate in the intervention process at sites
• Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences
• Participate in school and District initiatives
• Assume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments
• Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the District or school site

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Function effectively as a team member
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Positively accept direction
• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Follow policies, guidelines, procedures, and directives
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and culturally competent manner
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.
• The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.
• Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.
• The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to perform the essential job functions successfully.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Chandler Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination practices: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Human Resources, 1525 W Frye Rd Chandler AZ 85224, Phone [phone]

Aviso de nodiscriminación

El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Chandler es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Prohibimos la discriminación y las conductas de cualquier tipo, y brindamos igualdad de oportunidades de empleo a empleados y solicitantes sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, embarazo, edad, origen nacional, condición de discapacidad, información genética, condición de veterano protegido o cualquier otro carácter protegido por la ley.

Se ha designado a los siguientes empleados para atender las consultas relacionadas con las prácticas de no discriminación: Coordinador del Título IX, Director de Recursos Humanos, 1525 WFryeRd, Chandler, AZ 85224; Teléfono: [phone].

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $58,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required