2025-2026 4th Grade Elementary Teacher

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CHARTER SCHOOL-QUEEN CREEK•Queen Creek, AZ

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Benjamin Franklin Charter School is looking for a 4th Grade Elementary Teacher to join our Elementary Team for the 2025-2026 school year. Responsibilities While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will plan, organize, and implement the school’s instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Support BFCS Vision, Mission, and Goals. Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures. Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence. Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior. Provide direct instruction using a Back-to-Basics curriculum including Spalding (reading & writing), Saxon Math, Science, and Social Studies. Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides. Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language. Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents. Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction. Participate in team reviews concerning students’ academic progress. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students’ progress and interpret the instructional program. Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy. Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence. Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide student performance goals. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. Participate in curriculum development programs as required. Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences. Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District. Professional Competencies Be responsible, reliable, and punctual. Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues. Be flexible and adaptable to change. Positively accept direction and performance feedback. Exercise positive and proactive problem solving skills for personal behavior and conflict resolution. Direct constructive criticism and concerns to the appropriate source. Be a positive role model for students and colleagues. BFCS Core Values Practice and Emulate Virtue – Act honorably and with integrity. Be Intellectually Curious – Have a passion for learning and growth. Have a Growth Mindset – Be flexible and adaptable to change. Be Intentionally Positive – Approach situations with the right intention. Promote Civility – Treat others with respect and understanding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Will be required to pass a criminal background check upon hire

Nice To Haves

Arizona Teaching Certificate - Preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement the school’s instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Support BFCS Vision, Mission, and Goals.
Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures.
Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence.
Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior.
Provide direct instruction using a Back-to-Basics curriculum including Spalding (reading & writing), Saxon Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides.
Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language.
Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents.
Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction.
Participate in team reviews concerning students’ academic progress.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students’ progress and interpret the instructional program.
Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy.
Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence.
Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide student performance goals.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences.
Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District.