Social Studies Teacher - Full-Time, Inspire Student Growth

Taylor Junior High; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Arizona State Retirement System

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay annually

Job summary

Taylor Junior High School in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a full-time Social Studies teacher. The candidate will translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences, maintain a positive classroom, and adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs.

The role requires AZ teaching certification, a Bachelor's degree, and prior teaching or practicum experience. Candidates must complete online applications with required certifications and transcripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and valid AZ teaching certification.
• Prior teaching experience and student teaching or practicum in a classroom.
• Demonstrates knowledge of district standards and instructional planning.
• Uses a variety of instructional strategies and resources to meet student needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Social Studies instruction aligning to district standards.
• Create and implement engaging lesson plans and assessments.
• Maintain positive classroom environment and behavior management.
• Use technology and instructional media to enhance learning.
• Maintain and document student achievement data.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support student growth.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and fingerprint clearance.

Skills

MPS Portrait of a Graduate

Excellent communication

Instructional planning

Student engagement

Collaborative teamwork

Professional growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arizona Teaching Certification

Prior teaching experience

Student teaching or practicum

Job description

Taylor Junior High School in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a full-time Social Studies teacher. The candidate will translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences, maintain a positive classroom, and adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs.

The role requires AZ teaching certification, a Bachelor's degree, and prior teaching or practicum experience. Candidates must complete online applications with required certifications and transcripts.