Teacher 7th/8th Grade Social Studies Spanish Immersion 2026-2027 SY

Madison Elementary School District • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #38 TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHER for SPANISH IMMERSION - 7/8 Social Studies Position Title: Classroom Teacher Length of Work Yr: 9 months Salary Range: $53,071 - $68,946 Placement based on education and experience Department: Various Reports To: School Principal QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor of Arts Degree Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate Appropriately Certified Experience teaching middle school students Fluent in Spanish: Reading, writing, speaking ESL and/or BLE Endorsement required JOB GOAL: To create a flexible instructional program and a classroom environment favorable to foreign language learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students assigned to the classroom, to motivate pupils to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with other staff members.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts Degree
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
• Appropriately Certified
• Experience teaching middle school students
• Fluent in Spanish: Reading, writing, speaking
• ESL and/or BLE Endorsement required
• Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards, district curriculum and instructional materials and assessments.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Spanish and holds classroom experience in delivery of this language.
• Provides experience teaching primary aged students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of interpreting data and assessments to make instructional decisions.
• Supports school and district mission and vision.
• Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, organization, and collaboration.
• Establishes rapport with peers and parents.
• Is willing to participate in district training for coaching.
• Demonstrates lifelong learning.
• Seeks opportunities to demonstrate leadership.
• Maintains valid certifications, fingerprint card and Appropriately Certified status.
• Observes teacher calendar and all Madison School District policies.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the Spanish curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Task analyzes and translates lessons into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Uses effective Classroom Management techniques.
• Establishes, shares, and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Teaches curriculum aligned to state standards.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by District policy.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
• Maintains regular attendance
• Complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time