Lower School Teacher

New Way Academy

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits including medical, vision, and dental plans

Job summary

A private K-12 school in Phoenix is seeking a dedicated teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will empower students with learning differences through tailored instruction and collaboration within the school community. Responsibilities include delivering adaptive curriculum to small classes, contributing to student plans, and fostering relationships with families. Competitive salary ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 with full benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for educators committed to inclusivity and excellence.

Qualifications

Holds a valid and up-to-date teaching certificate in Arizona.
Bachelor’s degree or higher with preferred emphasis on special education.
Previous teaching experience preferably at a lower school level.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction to classes of up to 12 students, adapting curriculum.
Differentiate instruction to remediate learning needs and rigorous content.
Maintain accurate data regarding student achievement.
Empower students through high expectations and consistent routines.
Contribute to each student’s IEP or similar plan.
Develop strong relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
Work collaboratively with other teams.

Skills

Passionate about empowering students

Effective communication

Team player

Highly organized

Education

Valid teaching certificate in Arizona

Bachelor’s degree or higher in special education

Job description

Come be a part of the teaching team at New Way Academy for the 2026-2027 school year! We are seeking a highly qualified teacher to join our lower school team. We are looking for educators who will support the school’s mission to educate children with learning differences to fulfill their potential.

New Way Academy is an independent, K-12 day school in Phoenix, Arizona. Our mission is to create a dynamic school experience that empowers children with learning differences to maximize their potential and prepare for life beyond our doors. We continually strive to provide exemplary educational instruction, state-of-the-art remediation for areas of challenge, optimal social experiences, and the opportunity to unlock strengths and talents. As a result, New Way develops confident lifelong learners who lead enhanced, productive lives and serve as positive examples of what individuals with learning differences can achieve.

New Way’s core values of respect, community, ownership, quality and engagement are at the heart of all that we do. New Way Academy is dedicated to approaching justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives with an intentional global mindset that places value and recognition on the diverse community members of New Way.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction to classes of up to 12 students in the subject area assigned, adapting curriculum to meet the needs of each group throughout the day
Differentiate instruction to remediate what students need to learn and push them to rigorous content understanding
Maintain and utilize accurate and up-to-date data regarding student achievement
Empower students through high expectations, consistent routines, and strategies for success
Contribute to the drafting of each student’s IEP or similar student plan
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with parents, students, and colleagues
Work collaboratively with the other level and content teams

Characteristics & Qualities