Kindergarten Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits (medical, dental,

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Life-long learner for a K-5 Homeroom Teacher role at Archway Trivium Academy in Goodyear, AZ. You will guide students through Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, History, Science, and Literature using the Great Hearts curriculum.

You will work with an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher and participate in ongoing professional development, school events, and family conferences, while upholding the institution's culture and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Employment is contingent upon criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned K-5 homeroom classes using Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Provide academic support to students and monitor progress.
• Maintain a respectful, orderly classroom aligned with school policies.
• Communicate clearly with families and foster home–school partnerships.
• Participate in faculty collaboration and professional growth.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Curriculum delivery

Student engagement

Spalding Phonics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Location: Archway Trivium Academy, 2001 N Bullard Ave, Goodyear, AZCompensation Type: SalaryPosition Summary: We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee costMatching 401K programUniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universitiesDuties and Responsibilities:About the K-5 Teacher Role:As a Homeroom Teacher you provide a welcoming and nurturing classroom that guides students to build a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning.Curricular elements include Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, as well as rich content in History, Science, and Literature.As a Homeroom Teacher you enjoy the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom.Roles and Responsibilities:Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.Required/Preferred Education:Bachelor's DegreeEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.