FY27 6th Grade Science Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tolleson, Arizona, is seeking a full-time 6th Grade Science Teacher to create a stimulating learning environment for students. The role involves developing lesson plans, monitoring student progress, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. The candidate must hold appropriate certification and a Food Handler’s Card, along with being able to effectively communicate and manage classroom activities. Ideal for dedicated educators looking to inspire young minds.

Qualifications

• Certification and highly qualified requirements are necessary.
• Negative Mantoux skin test required within 12 months prior to employment.
• Food Handler’s Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide an environment to help each child reach their potential.
• Create weekly lesson plans reflecting goals and activities.
• Assess students’ skills to determine learning objectives.
• Communicate effectively with and support students.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and student teachers.
• Collaborate with staff and communicate with parents.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Knowledge of subject matter

Lesson planning

Instruction planning

Differentiated instruction

Assessment

Education

Appropriate certification

Job description

Location: Littleton Elementary School District, Littleton District Office - Tolleson, Arizona

FY27 6th Grade Science Teacher

Job Details

• Job ID: 5548390
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Feb 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title: Certified Teacher, 6th Grade Science

Classification: Exempt

Qualifications

Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements.

• Negative Mantoux skin test or other tuberculosis-screening test recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control administered within 12 months before the starting date of employment.
• A Food Handler’s Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health prior to the starting date of employment.

Reports to

Person(s) designated by the Board or Superintendent

Supervises

Paraprofessionals, volunteers, students, and student teachers

General Statement of Responsibilities

To provide each child with an environment which will enable him to reach his fullest physical, emotional, educational, psychological, and behavioral potential.

I. Uses knowledge of Subject Matter

• Demonstrates knowledge in subject area
• Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum development to include scope and sequence

II. Displays Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates effectively with students
• Demonstrates and promotes mutual respect
• Promotes positive self-concepts in learners
• Maintains a positive and stimulating learning environment
• Communicates enthusiasm for learning
• Uses correct written and oral expression

III. Plans for Instruction

• Submits weekly lesson plans which reflect goals, objectives, and activities
• Assesses student’s skills levels to determine the appropriate learning objectives
• Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives
• Chooses relevant academic activities to ensure appropriate student time on task
• Follows the design of the district’s curriculum
• Sequences learning activities to achieve specific goals and objectives
• Plans instruction at varying and appropriate levels of cognitive thinking
• Organizes instructions to meet individual differences and specific needs
• Organizes resources such as time, space, materials, and equipment to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectives
• Monitors and assesses student’s progress using specific procedures

IV. Provides instruction

• Provides instruction at student’s skill level
• Teaches to the learning objectives as specified in the lesson plan
• Teaches necessary objectives in a logical sequence
• Provides instruction at a variety of levels of thinking
• Uses strategies to maximize the amount of time students are engaged in relevant tasks
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and methods related to the objectives
• Models correct performance for students
• Gives clear directions and explanations related to lesson
• Monitors student learning throughout the learning process
• Obtains responses for each objective to check student mastery before proceeding
• Adjusts instruction to meet individual differences and specific needs
• Evaluates students according to consistent objective criteria

V. Uses Learning Principles in providing instruction

• Communicates to students the purpose and value of learning objectives
• Provides sufficient teacher directed and independent practice with monitoring to ensure that students are accurate and successful
• Communicates the importance of the learning by holding all students accountable for learning
• Provides an appropriate focus for student at the beginning of learning objectives
• Summarizes learning using a variety of methods

VI. Uses Classroom Management Strategies.

• Uses effective classroom management techniques
• Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior
• Demonstrates ability to work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as determined by instructional objectives
• Manages inappropriate classroom behavior by implementing the discipline procedure adopted by the governing board

VII. Displays Professionalism

• Acts in a professional manner
• Engages in professional development
• Seeks and shares professional ideas
• Acts in accordance with teacher responsibilities, both legal and professional and uses discretion in the use of professional or confidential information
• Identifies exceptional students and refers them to appropriate specialist
• Uses effective strategies for parent teacher communication including conferences
• Demonstrates willingness to accept additional responsibilities
• Supervises and evaluates additional support staff and/or volunteers when applicable
• Shows care in personal hygiene and grooming
• Attends all meetings as required
• Adheres to Board and Administrative policy

VIII. Gathers and Records Data

• Maintains appropriate and adequate information
• Federal LawState Law
• District Policy
• School Procedures

Telecommute eligibility established by the Governing Board in accordance to Policies GCC & GDD.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• P.O. Box 280
• Cashion, Arizona 85329
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]