5th Grade Teacher

Harvest Preparatory Academy•Yuma, AZ

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Harvest Preparatory Academy (HPA) is a public charter school serving PreK-12 students. HPA is dedicated to providing students with a dynamic academic program that emphasizes student-centered instruction in a college preparatory setting. We are currently seeking applications and resumes for a Highly Qualified and SEI endorsed Teacher for one of our 5th Grade classes at our Yuma Campus.

Requirements

Highly Qualified per ADE Guidelines.
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Passing score on AEPA in subject area.
45 SEI Credit hours.
A valid fingerprint clearance card.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work cooperatively with all members of the staff.
Must communicate effectively with parents.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of field experience (student teaching) or approved internship preferred.
Previous work (professional) references.
Three letters of recommendation or a placement file.

Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans and instruct students in accordance with established curriculum and student needs.
Assess student needs and performance.
Develop, implement, and evaluate daily lesson plans, including scheduled activities and materials.
Modify instruction to meet the needs of each child.
Plan, organize, and display classroom materials appropriate to curricular activities.
Utilize and implement classroom management techniques to maintain organization, orderliness, student safety, and a productive learning environment.
Plan instruction and implement instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students.
Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities.
Make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
Ensure parents and students are informed of evaluation methods used in the classroom.
Inform parents of student progress and school activities.
Advise parents of instructional methods that may assist students.
Participate as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities for students, consistent with district and school education objectives.
Notify site administrator of the special needs of students who display characteristics that vary from the norm.
Collaborate with specialists as needed to assist students.
Observe children's behavior in the classroom and on the playground.
May monitor the activities of a teacher assistant and classroom volunteers.