Phoenix Elementary is now accepting applications for all grade levels and areas for the 2023/2024 school year.
Teachers joining Phoenix Elementary School District #1 can expect a warm welcome along with the tools and dependable resources that enable you to do what you do best, teach. Whether that is a teaching conference, District-wide or site-based training, or professional development programs – we work together to make sure you are prepared for success.
Whether you are just starting your teaching career or have been in the classroom for many years, Phoenix #1 is the place to be. As an opportunity district, we believe that success in the classroom starts with our teachers realizing their full potential and being a true partner in our students success. Join our district today and start impacting a child’s life tomorrow.
POSITION SUMMARY: To create a flexible instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students assigned to the classroom, to motivate pupils to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with other staff members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
· Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
· Maintains regular attendance.
· Complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
· Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
· Teaches district-approved curriculum.
· Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by District policy.
· Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
· Task analyzes and translates lessons into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
· Models lessons for students.
· Uses effective Classroom Management techniques.
· Establishes, shares, and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
· Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
· Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
· Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
· Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises classroom employees, students and volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Arts degree.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid K-8 Arizona Teaching Certificate.
