High School English Teacher

Peoria Unified School District • Glendale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The High School English Teacher manages and educates students, helping them discover and fulfill their potential and develop into mature, capable, and responsible people prepared to shape tomorrow. The teacher creates and implements engaging lessons, evaluates student progress, and contributes to a creative, safe, inviting, and nurturing learning environment. The role also supports student well-being, positive relationships with families and the community, and responsible stewardship of District resources. This is a nine-month position at Ironwood High School in Glendale, Arizona.

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.
• Be able to lift and carry supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds if required.
• Be able to lift students weighing up to 60 pounds if required.
• Travel to perform work functions if required.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized teaching assignments may require additional training and/or certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and educate students while supporting their development and 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 classroom behavior standards 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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off
• Discounts on other services
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed