5th Grade Teacher - Immediate Openings (AMS Power) 2026-2027

AMS Schools•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$48,331 - $54,572•Onsite

About The Position

Academies of Math and Science (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. AMS is seeking two passionate and dedicated 5th Grade Teachers to join our team at the AMS Power Campus for the 2026–2027 school year. These are immediate full-time openings beginning July 20, 2026. The 5th Grade Teacher plays a critical role in preparing students for the transition to middle school by strengthening academic independence, critical thinking, and mastery of grade-level standards across all core subject areas. The ideal candidate creates a structured, engaging classroom where students are challenged to think critically, collaborate effectively, and develop the skills necessary for long-term academic success. AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe every scholar can achieve at high levels through rigorous instruction, strong classroom culture, and data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Elementary Education, or a related field; OR a valid Arizona teaching certificate in Elementary Education; OR a minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience.
Obtain or be eligible to obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Pass all required background checks.
Demonstrate a commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities.
Exhibit strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset.
Demonstrate professionalism, collaboration, adaptability, and initiative in a team-based environment.

Nice To Haves

SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training (preferred but not required).
Demonstrate strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned with the AMS curriculum and Arizona Academic Standards.
Teach all core content areas, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of all learners.
Utilize formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning, intervention, and enrichment.
Develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and organizational skills in preparation for middle school.
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.
Foster students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and leadership development.
Promote student accountability, independence, and ownership of learning.
Participate in weekly professional development and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and campus leadership to continuously improve instructional practices.
Contribute to school-wide initiatives that support student achievement and continuous improvement.
Build strong partnerships with families through consistent communication regarding student progress and achievement.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and collaborate with families to support student success.