Geometry Teacher - 26/27 SY

Sunnyside Unified School District; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution seeks a High School Teacher in the United States to develop and implement curriculum programs. The role involves assessing student needs, evaluating lesson plans, and collaborating with instructional teams. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field, along with a valid Arizona teaching certificate. This position offers a 1.0 FTE with 211 contract days, starting in the 2026/2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid teaching certificate for Arizona.
• Experience in classroom management and lesson planning is required.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Equivalent combination of training, education or experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum consistent with educational goals.
• Assess student needs and evaluate daily lesson plans.
• Collaborate with instructional teams to enhance learning.
• Uses classroom management techniques to maintain organization and order.
• Provides positive reinforcement to support desired behaviors and outcomes.
• Communicates with parents about student progress and instructional methods.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Effective communication

Student evaluation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Valid Arizona Secondary 6–12 Teaching Certificate

Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching / High School Teacher
• Date Posted: 1/30/2026
• Location: Sunnyside High School
• Date Available: 07/23/2025

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, develops and implements a curriculum program consistent with District educational goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

TASKS

• Observes and monitors control of students' behavior in the classroom, playground, field‑trips, lunchroom, library, school buses, and other areas; establishes, maintains, and promotes a classroom atmosphere which ensures the emotional and physical safety and well‑being of students and emphasizes mutual respect, self‑worth, self‑discipline, cooperation, consideration and responsibility;
• Assesses student needs and develops, implements and evaluates daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials.
• Modifies instruction of program to meet the needs of each child; plans, organizes and displays classroom materials, space and time appropriate to curricular activities;
• Utilizes and implements classroom management techniques to maintain organization, orderliness and student safety, and a productive learning environment;
• Utilizes positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes;
• Plans instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum;
• Implements instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students;
• Evaluates written materials to include written assignments and tests; analyzes and evaluates student progress and course curriculum; evaluates the performance of students regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and makes necessary provisions to meet learning needs;
• Ensures parents and students are informed of methods of evaluation utilized in the classroom; informs parents of student progress; advises parents of instructional methods that may assist students; informs parents of school activities;
• Participates as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities for students consistent with District and school education objectives; notifies site administrator of the special needs of students who display characteristics which vary from the norm; collaborates with specialists to assist students;
• May monitor the activities of a teacher assistant and classroom volunteers; orders classroom supplies and instructional materials; performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge and understanding of state and federal activities standards.
• Knowledge of developmental levels of school‑age children.
• Knowledge of district and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of various teaching techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of classroom management methods.
• Skill in applying common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Skill in reading and interpreting documents such as rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Skill in writing routine reports and correspondence.
• Skill in effective written and oral communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in basic math computations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in an indoor environment. Work requires frequent sitting, repetitive motion, vision to monitor, and may require some lifting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Valid Arizona Secondary 6–12 Teaching Certificate with approved area.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education or experience that meets the minimum qualifications and State certification requirements will be accepted.

SALARY

Refer to the Certified Salary Guide

FTE

1.0

DAYS IN CONTRACT

211

START DATE

2026/2027 School Year