Middle School Science Teacher (MASSA) 85706
About The Position
AMS is a network of top-rated Arizona public charter schools focused on guiding students through an advanced curriculum to become tomorrow’s global visionaries. The Academic team is committed to continuous instructional improvement and implementing proven methods for advancing student learning. The school seeks data-driven, culturally aware teachers determined to provide opportunities for all scholars to excel academically. Teachers are expected to make a difference in the lives of children who may not otherwise have access to high-quality education and inspire students to have high standards for their own academic and behavioral success. The mission is to make an impact by providing an exceptional education for underserved students, changing the world one scholar at a time. AMS Schools are among the highest performing Title I schools in Arizona, seeking highly motivated and passionate staff who want to make a difference. Professionals hired are intelligent and talented experts in their fields, playing an integral part in helping at-risk students achieve great things, being part of a genuine community, and growing professionally through an employee development program.
Requirements
- Passion for helping Title 1 and ESL students in underserved communities forge their way to a college education
- Strong Classroom Management Skills
- Ability to pass a background check and obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Strong analytical abilities and enthusiasm for data-driven instruction
- Adaptability and willingness to deliver established, proven, rigorous curriculum provided by our network
- Collaborative work style paired with the ability to take initiative
Responsibilities
- Use AMS curriculum standards to teach students above and below grade-level through a differentiated approach
- Attending weekly professional development and meetings with grade level team/professional learning communities
- Communicating with parents and leading parent-student-teacher meetings to facilitate progress in and outside of the classroom
- Coordinating with administrators and other staff members to create an environment focused on meeting students’ academic and behavioral needs
- Using measurable data, track student performance and enrich their progress with visible results
- Together, with support from our network, contribute to the improvement of practices and procedures that will build upon our success
- Use PBIS and preventative intervention strategies to guide student progress in developing social and emotional skills that will help them navigate a path to higher learning
Benefits
- Generous base salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401k matching
- Relocation assistance
- Ample opportunities for additional income throughout the school year!
- Extensive options for upward mobility and career growth within our network.
- 401k retirement plan (with employer contributions)
- Compensation $44,770.00 - $50,550.80 (DOE)
- Free medical, dental, short/long term disability, and life insurance, totaling $5,328 in value
- Optional low-cost vision insurance plans
- 180 Day School Year
- Performance bonuses that average over $2,200 a year(up to $3400)
- Professional development with comprehensive training, follow-up coaching, and weekly/monthly check-ins
- Maximize your earning potential with an additional stipend of an average $2,300 for afterschool intervention and tutoring (must commit prior to start of year, contingent on scholar need)
- Share your passions and receive an average additional $2000 for leading after-school extracurricular clubs and sports!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
