1st Grade Teacher (AMS South Mountain) 2026-2027 School Year

AMS Schools•Phoenix, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Academies of Math and Science (AMS), a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools, is seeking a passionate, data-driven 1st Grade Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. AMS is committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities. The teacher will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and develop students’ foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical-thinking skills. AMS teachers work collaboratively and use structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and data-driven decision-making to support student achievement. The position is located at 1445 West Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041. The compensation range is $48,331.25–$54,571.89. The listed start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following: hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field; hold a valid Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area; or have at least three years of K–12 teaching experience.
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills.
Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities.
Demonstrate strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset.
Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned with AMS curriculum frameworks.
Differentiate instruction for students performing above and below grade level.
Use formative and summative assessment data to guide instructional planning and interventions.
Build students’ foundational reading, writing, and mathematics skills.
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, high-expectations classroom environment.
Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to improve teaching practices.
Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Communicate regularly with families about student progress.
Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain home-school partnerships.