Transformative Classroom Educator | Certified & Growth‑Oriented

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan (ASRS)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona is seeking a classroom teacher to translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences and to foster an engaging, safe classroom environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Arizona teaching certification; new hires may receive compensation for experience and graduate credits; this full-time position offers 187 workdays, sick leave, retirement benefits, health and life insurance, and annual performance pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and must be in or eligible for Arizona teaching certification.
• Arizona teaching certification valid for the assignment.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience as an associate teacher or student teaching/practicum is valued.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills and resource materials.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
• Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents.
• Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation.
• Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning.
• Creates instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and method of instruction.
• Use available technology or instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences.
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement.
• Establishes, supports and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations.
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress.
• Works with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student.
• Produces, utilizes and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline.
• Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning.
• Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students.
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid Arizona Teaching Certification

Prior teaching experience

Associate teacher, student teaching or practicum experience

Job description

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona is seeking a classroom teacher to translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences and to foster an engaging, safe classroom environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Arizona teaching certification; new hires may receive compensation for experience and graduate credits; this full-time position offers 187 workdays, sick leave, retirement benefits, health and life insurance, and annual performance pay.