Teacher - Montessori Preschool/Kindergarten - Bush Elementary School

Mesa USD 4•Mesa, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirectly through special area assignments. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all students. Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Current Arizona teaching certificate with evidence of highly qualified status
Montessori certification
Three years of successful teaching experience
Appropriate Arizona certification
Valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card
Evidence of highly qualified status
Three letters of recommendation
Transcript of credits

Nice To Haves

Montessori teaching experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials
Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that actively engage students in meaningful learning experiences appropriate to their maturity and interests utilizing a variety of effective instructional and management techniques
Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students
Create instructional materials and assessment documents that align with learning objectives and delivery of instruction
Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, projects, etc. and effectively communicate objectives to students
Diagnose the learning strengths and weaknesses of students on a regular basis
Provide a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning
Communicate an expectation of success for all students and provide constructive and detailed feedback to help students achieve academic success
Establish positive relationships and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavior progress
Establish, support, and administer positive classroom and campus management in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations
Establish and maintain effective and efficient recordkeeping procedures to ensure complete and accurate records as required by district, state and federal guidelines and regulations
Utilize the collection of student data to make instructional and management decisions to enhance student achievement
Promote Montessori philosophy, teaching practices and enrollment by conducting facility tours and program orientation as needed to support maximum preschool enrollment
Collaborate with other professionals to enhance the instructional environment; be an effective team member
Meet deadlines, adhere to schedules, and coordinate resources in an effective and timely manner
Participate in professional development activities to maintain and improve professional competence
Exhibit professional attitude, appearance, and demeanor
Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools