Middle School Humanities Teacher - Ignite Literacy

FHLB Des Moines; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision coverage

Tutoring stipends

Job summary

Academies of Math and Science is seeking a data-driven Humanities Teacher to deliver standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction at our Phoenix campus. You will focus on reading, writing, and critical thinking to prepare students for high school, while maintaining a high-expectations classroom culture.

Differentiation, regular data review, and collaboration with grade-level teams are essential. This role emphasizes engaging instruction, family engagement, and ongoing professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required or Arizona teaching certification.
• Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area is required or minimum of three years K–12 teaching experience.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills.
• Pass required background checks and obtain IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities.
• Demonstrate a data-driven instructional mindset.
• Collaborate with teammates and participate in professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks.
• Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, informational text, argumentative and narrative writing, grammar, vocabulary, and speaking and listening skills.
• Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning and targeted interventions.
• Prepare students for high school literacy expectations through rigorous instruction and critical thinking.
• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, high-expectations classroom environment.
• Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress; lead conferences.

Skills

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Initiative

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Arizona teaching certification in relevant subject area

Job description

Academies of Math and Science is seeking a data-driven Humanities Teacher to deliver standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction at our Phoenix campus. You will focus on reading, writing, and critical thinking to prepare students for high school, while maintaining a high-expectations classroom culture.

Differentiation, regular data review, and collaboration with grade-level teams are essential. This role emphasizes engaging instruction, family engagement, and ongoing professional growth