6th - 8th Grade Science

EAGLE College Prep Schools•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Under the direction of the Principal, the Lead Teacher leads instruction and training for scholars in the classroom and/or assigned grade levels. The teacher works closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to support academic success and character development. The position establishes a positive, achievement-oriented, structured learning environment and uses creative, differentiated, research-based instructional strategies to engage students in rigorous learning. The teacher assesses and tracks student progress, maintains records, manages classroom behavior, and supports scholars’ safety and development. The role also includes collaboration with families and school staff, ongoing professional development, participation in school events, and assistance with educational, extracurricular, and recruitment activities as needed.

Requirements

Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent.
State Teacher Certification.
At least 1–3 years of teaching experience.
Experience working with students and families in urban communities.
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning.
Proven track record of student achievement results.
Strong relationship-building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Integrity, credibility, and commitment to EAGLE’s mission.
Commitment to scholars and to developing character, with a belief that all children can and must succeed.
Proactive, hands-on strategic thinking and willingness to tackle challenges.
Openness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Specialty or highly qualified credential.
Urban teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Establish a positive, achievement-oriented, structured learning environment that supports scholars’ academic excellence and character growth.
Develop and implement daily instruction plans aligned with long-range educational and organizational goals.
Use creative, differentiated, research-based instructional strategies to engage students in meaningful and rigorous learning.
Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and analyze data to assess mastery and identify misunderstandings.
Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions.
Maintain accurate records, including attendance, behavior, achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, and textbooks.
Set measurable, ambitious, attainable goals for the year and for each interim assessment cycle.
Provide vigilance for scholars’ physical safety and well-being on campus and off campus at school functions.
Evaluate individual scholar progress through regular and varied assessments.
Hold scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations and take responsibility for their success.
Recognize, celebrate, and reward scholar achievement and character development.
Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families.
Improve teaching skills by seeking constructive feedback and professional development opportunities.
Participate professionally in faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events.
Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside regular school hours.
Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed.
Perform other duties as requested or required.