Job Description:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited four-year college or university
• Valid Arizona Teacher’s Certificate or ability to obtain emergency certification
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must be capable of developing effective instructional programs
• Strong knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication with extensive skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with students, parents and staff
• Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health

 Knowledge of:

• Elementary/middle school/subject area curriculum and instruction
• Child development
• Instructional methods and strategies and curriculum implementation
• Technology applications and its use as an instructional tool
• Effective classroom management and discipline procedures
• Analysis of achievement data

 Ability to:

• Write comprehensive lesson plans
• Use a wide variety of teaching strategies to ensure learning from all students
• Analyze and evaluate student progress and course curriculum
• Evaluate written materials
• Productively manage groups of students
• Comprehend and perform functions from written and verbal instructions
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving techniques
• Organize and prioritize work, take initiative and adhere to time restraints
• Work effectively with a diverse community
• Communicate ideas and programs to individuals, staff, parents, community, etc.

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board or the Superintendent may deem appropriate

Length of Employment:

• Nine (9) months
• School calendar will determine the days worked during the school year 

Reports to: Building Principal