Junior High Writing & Yearbook Teacher - Impact & Growth

Apache Junction Unified School District; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) retirement savings options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid leave benefits

Job summary

Apache Junction Unified School District is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Junior High Language Arts teacher for the 2026–2027 school year at Cactus Canyon Junior High. The role offers full-time, exempt status with a salary range starting at $46,700+ (DOE).

The district emphasizes belonging, innovation, and academic excellence and seeks a collaborative educator with strong instructional practice and empathy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required; Master’s preferred.
• Arizona teaching certificate in the appropriate content area.
• SEI endorsement preferred; strong content knowledge in junior high.

Responsibilities

• Create inclusive, developmentally appropriate classroom environments.
• Deliver standards-aligned instruction using research-based practices.
• Develop lessons for diverse learners.
• Use data to inform instruction and student placement.
• Implement IEPs with fidelity.
• Communicate with families to support student progress.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arizona Teaching Certificate

SEI Endorsement

Job description

Apache Junction Unified School District is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Junior High Language Arts teacher for the 2026–2027 school year at Cactus Canyon Junior High. The role offers full-time, exempt status with a salary range starting at $46,700+ (DOE).

The district emphasizes belonging, innovation, and academic excellence and seeks a collaborative educator with strong instructional practice and empathy.