History Teacher, West Valley, AZ

Nimble; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401k with employer contributions

Performance pay

Job summary

American Leadership Academy in West Valley, AZ is hiring a History Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities include delivering a comprehensive history curriculum, creating lesson plans aligned to standards, and using diverse instructional methods. Collaboration with staff and ongoing professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent in History or related field.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Applicant should demonstrate strong classroom management and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver history lessons aligned to standards using diverse teaching methods.
• Prepare engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure progress.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners and provide feedback.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in school meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Plan & deliver lessons

Education

Bachelor's degree

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.

American Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for a History Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year for our campuses located in the West Valley. Candidates must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implement a comprehensive history curriculum that includes primary source documents, historical events, themes, and concepts.
• Create detailed lesson plans that align with state standards and approved curriculum guidelines.
• Deliver history lessons using a variety of teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, group work, and hands-on activities.
• Use primary and secondary sources, historical documents, and artifacts to enrich the learning experience.
• Encourage critical thinking and analysis by prompting students to evaluate historical events and perspectives.
• Create and administer assessments, including tests, quizzes, essays, and projects, to measure student understanding and progress.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
• Establish and maintain a positive and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to address behavioral issues and promote a productive learning atmosphere.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with varying levels of prior knowledge and special educational needs.
• Provide additional support and resources to students who may need extra help understanding historical concepts.
• Use engaging teaching techniques to make history relevant and interesting to students.
• Incorporate current events and contemporary issues to connect historical content with students' lives.
• Encourage student participation through discussions, debates, and collaborative projects.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with historical scholarship, educational strategies, and teaching technologies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to the development of the history curriculum.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports, grades, and documentation in a timely manner.
• Manage classroom resources and ensure their proper use and maintenance.
• Participate in school meetings, committees, and extracurricular activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing team:

• Leadership and team collaboration skills
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational and self-management skills to effectively handle multiple responsibilities
• Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals
• Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills
• Dependability

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in History or related field
• Arizona Teaching Certificate or 24 credit hours in area or Content knowledge exams (AEPA, NES, Praxis)

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions. Eligible employees may earn additional pay based on performance.

If you have any questions about the position, please send an email to [e-mail]