General Education Teacher (English)

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of The Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. Facilitates learning for students attending The Excel Center, meeting students where they are. Uses a student-centered approach effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual student's needs approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, and self-paced lessons. Uses high-impact instructional practices and motivational techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in subject specialty required
Current Arizona Teaching Certification in subject specialty
Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Google applications, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Internet Explorer applications
Must be accessible for school events, open houses, recruitment events, and fairs
Ability to pass a background check, Online Arizona Certification Information System (OACIS) check, State Board of Education Disciplinary check, fingerprint clearance card check, and drug screen
Ability to speak and read English proficiently

Nice To Haves

minimum of 2 years teaching experience post licensing preferred
dual licensure preferred
mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects
Experience working with high school age students in urban, nontraditional, and/or in adult education setting highly preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred

Responsibilities

Implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards; builds lessons around student needs, including an alternatively-paced environment.
Designs and implements assessments that measure progress toward academic standards; be accountable for student’s mastery of Arizona Academic Standards.
Tracks and analyzes classroom data; uses attendance and assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
Focuses constantly on student learning; thinks critically and strategically to respond to specific student learning needs across ability levels.
Participates in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student orientation.
Communicates student progress effectively with students and colleagues; collaborates with Team Members to ensure student success.
Works with coaches and leadership to support students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
Attends all team and professional development meetings.
Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.