Teacher - Social Studies - Middle Grades

Gilbertschools; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School District invites applications for a Middle Grades Social Studies teacher at Mesquite Junior High. This 10-month exempt contract offers a starting annual rate of $55,150 and up, based on experience.

Certification in Middle Grades Social Studies (Arizona) and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card are required. Responsibilities include planning curricula, delivering instruction, assessing progress, and maintaining a positive classroom environment consistent with district

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with appropriate Arizona teaching certification in Middle Grades Social Studies or Social Studies.
• Must hold an Arizona Elementary, Middle Grades or Secondary Certificate with approved area.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card required prior to processing (Level One IVP).

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of study aligned with district curriculum.
• Creates weekly lesson plans correlated with curriculum aims.
• Monitors and assesses student progress and provides feedback to students and parents.
• Maintains classroom environment conducive to learning and adheres to school policies.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents in a professional manner.
• Ensures student safety and follows district procedures.

Skills

Classroom management

Clear communication

Lesson planning

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Teacher - Social Studies - Middle Grades JobID: 18132

• Date Posted: 8/31/2026
• Location: Mesquite Junior High
• Closing Date: 8/31/26

Months Contracted: 10 Months (Exempt)

Job Grade: Teacher

Annual Rate: $55,150 and up depending on experience

Full Time Equivalency: 1.0 FTE

Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

Certification Notes: MIDDLE GRADES- Applicants need to hold an Arizona Elementary, Middle Grades or Secondary Certificate with the approved area of Middle Grades Social Studies or Social Studies.

Teacher

Purpose Statement

To provide instruction with state and district guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Plans and implements a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students within the district curriculum
• Uses effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and objectives
• Creates a weekly written lesson plan describing daily learning experiences-this weekly lesson plan is to be correlated with the aims and/or objectives in the curriculum guide and/or course outline
• Monitors and assesses student progress in order to provide feedback on a regular basis to students and their parents
• Diagnoses, instructs and evaluates specific student needs and seeks assistance of district specialists as required
• Communicates aims and/or objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing the development of proper student behavior
• Develops and implements reasonable classroom rules of behavior and procedure in a fair and just manner
• Creates educational experiences that provide each student the opportunity to develop his/her potential in the areas of personal-social adjustment, decision-making, positive self-image and other life skills
• Promotes and follows the adopted school district philosophy, policies regulations and administrative procedures
• Communicates concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents and community in a positive, professional and ethical manner
• Assumes legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
• Assumes individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision or other planning and professional assignments
• Maintains accurate, complete, legible and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level E Knowledge in a recognized professional field or technological discipline sufficient to command various principles, facts, and practical applications. Learning development is obtained by the completion of a college curriculum resulting in a bachelor's degree in a specialized field; advanced mathematics, very advanced language development, proficient understanding of practical systems.

Problem Solving - Level 2 Work situations require consideration and interpretation of circumstances or information to choose the most effective responses. Solutions may be somewhat technical, yet are relatively straightforward, obvious and well-defined once problems are understood. Responses come from the realm of prior learning and experiences.

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small, informal groups. skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 3 Work results, decisions, and approvals impact the overall design of internal systems, programs, and/or research; the status of others; and/or critical aspects of the final product or service in terms of quantity or quality.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: No experience required..

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Continuing Professional Development Specific to job requirements.

Certifications/Clearances: Valid Arizona Standard Professional Teacher Certificate. Meets all certification requirements for the grade level or subject area including proper teaching area endorsements. Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Schedule: Teacher

Work Calendar: Teacher

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.