Teacher - 1st Grade

Yuma Elementary School District One; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma Elementary School District One is seeking a dedicated Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year in Yuma, Arizona. The role involves supervising and instructing students, developing engaging lesson plans, and collaborating with other educators to enhance student learning.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and an Arizona Teaching Credential. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills, working in a supportive educational environment to improve preparation and outcomes for all students.

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Experience administering assessments like DIBELS and AZELLA.
• Knowledge of child development stages and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students and develop lesson plans.
• Collaborate with staff and communicate with parents regarding student progress.
• Assess student competency and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Assessment and evaluation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in job-related area

Arizona Teaching Credential

Job description

School Year

School Year: 2025 - 2026

Working Calendar Days

Working Calendar Days: 189 Days

Salary Range

See Certified Placement Schedule

Benefited Status

Benefited Position - Tier 1

Purpose Statement

The job of Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Principal.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.


• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. (e.g. DIBELS, AZELLA, GALILEO, Eureka Math, etc.) for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.


• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress (e.g. progress reports, report cards, phone calls, behavioral plans, etc.) for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.


• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.


• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.


• Coordinates a variety of activities (e.g. field trips, lesson plans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment, materials and personnel to achieve objectives.


• Counsels students (e.g. Essential 8, High Five, homeroom, etc.) for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.


• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.


• Directs paraprofessionals, student teachers, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.


• Implements academic, behavior, health and nutrition plans (e.g. literacy activities, stories, songs, math/science activities, 504 goals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, established guidelines, and performance standards and encouraging parent involvement.


• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.


• Manages student behavior in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, hallways, cafeteria, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.


• Models conversation, manners, clean up activities, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner.


• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. Promethean board training, Building Safety committee, Data meetings, 504 and IEP meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.


• Prepares a variety of written and electronic materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, progress reports, emails, website, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.


• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.


• Responds to inquires from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job‑related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures; utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience

Job related experience is required.

Education

Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Certificates

Arizona Teaching Credential. Maintains certificates and/or licenses.

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

FLSA Status

Exempt. Approval Date: May 12, 2014.