5th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (AMS-Power) 2026-2027

The Academies of Math and Science•Phoenix, MT

1d•$48,331 - $54,572•Onsite

About The Position

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is seeking a passionate and dedicated 5th Grade ELA and Science Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year at the AMS Power Campus in Mesa, Arizona. AMS is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities. The teacher delivers engaging instruction in English Language Arts, reading comprehension, writing, and social studies, while helping scholars develop critical-thinking, communication, and analytical skills. The role involves creating a structured, academically rigorous classroom environment that prepares students for future success. AMS teachers collaborate and use strong instructional practices, high expectations, and data-informed teaching to support scholars’ achievement.

Requirements

Meet 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.
Have an SEI Endorsement or complete 45 hours of SEI training to be considered for the role.
Demonstrate strong classroom-management skills.
Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Level One 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 based on the AMS curriculum and Arizona academic standards.
Teach core humanities subjects, including English Language Arts, reading, writing, and social studies.
Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instructional planning.
Use instructional strategies that strengthen critical thinking, reading comprehension, writing, and analytical skills.
Establish and maintain a structured, positive classroom with high expectations.
Implement PBIS and proactive classroom-management strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
Encourage scholars to set high expectations for themselves and develop strong learning habits.
Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities (PLCs).
Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and school leadership to strengthen instructional practices.
Use student-performance data to support instructional improvement and intervention planning.
Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Communicate regularly with families about student progress and academic expectations.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and support strong home–school partnerships.
Provide families with resources and strategies to support student learning.