Teacher 1st Grade, Madison School District


Position:
Teacher 1st Grade

Type:
Public


Location:
Urban


Job ID:
129728

County:
East Maricopa


Posted:
June 25, 2025




Contact Information:
Madison School District
5601 N. 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016
District Website

Contact:
Human Resources
Phone: 602-664-7900
Fax: 602-609-6768
District Email


Job Description:

Position Title: Classroom Teacher, 1st Grade 2025-2026 SY

Length of Work Yr: 9 months

Salary Range: $52,545 - $68,263

Placement based on education and experience

Department: Madison Rose Lane

Reports To: School Principal

 QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor of Arts Degree
  2. Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
  3. Appropriately Certified


Other:

JOB GOAL:

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.

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
  2. Task analyzes and translates lessons into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
  3. Teaches district-approved curriculum.
  4. Uses effective Classroom Management techniques.
  5. Establishes, shares, and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
  6. Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
  7. Teaches curriculum aligned to state standards.
  8. Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
  9. 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.
  10. Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
  11. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by District policy.
  12. Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
  13. Maintains regular attendance
  14. Complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
  15. Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  1. Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards, district curriculum and instructional materials and assessments.
  2. Demonstrates knowledge of interpreting data and assessments to make instructional decisions.
  3. Supports school and district mission and vision.
  4. Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills.
  5. Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, organization, and collaboration.
  6. Establishes rapport with peers and parents.
  7. Is willing to participate in district training for coaching.
  8. Demonstrates lifelong learning.
  9. Seeks opportunities to demonstrate leadership.