Elementary School Teacher

Elementary Teacher
Sage Academy is currently seeking elementary school teachers for the 2022-2033 school year. Grades 4-6.

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.

• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:

• A valid intern, provisional, or standard Arizona Teaching Certificate; or possess the necessary qualifications to become certified in the state of Arizona.

• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $42,000.00 - $59,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift


• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85021: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)


• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location