Elementary Teacher - 6th Grade

Peoria Unified School District•Peoria, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher helps students learn subject matter and skills that contribute to their development as mature, capable, and responsible individuals prepared to shape tomorrow. The role involves managing and educating students, supporting their potential, and contributing to student success, safety and well-being, responsible stewardship of district resources, and positive community connections. The teacher develops and implements engaging lessons, assesses and communicates student progress, maintains a safe and nurturing classroom, follows district discipline policies, keeps required records, and builds positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community members. The position is a nine-month appointment at Sun Valley Elementary in Peoria, Arizona, and reports to the principal at the assigned location.

Requirements

Hold a valid intern, provisional, or standard Arizona Teaching Certificate, or possess the necessary qualifications to become certified in Arizona.
Possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Pass a background clearance check.
Obtain and maintain a valid government-issued ID.
May be required to lift and carry supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds and lift students weighing up to 60 pounds.
May be required to work outside normal working hours and travel to perform work functions.

Nice To Haves

Additional training and/or certification may be required for specialized teaching assignments.

Responsibilities

Manage and educate students while helping them discover and fulfill their potential.
Develop and implement creative and engaging lesson plans.
Document and share student grades and evaluations.
Cultivate a creative learning environment and maintain a safe, inviting, and nurturing space for students, staff, and the community.
Set and maintain standards of classroom behavior and uphold district discipline policies.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the regular instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms.
Foster positive relationships with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
Maintain accurate and complete records required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
Perform other duties as assigned.