Description
An elementary school teacher at Desert Heights Charter School is responsible for instruction of children grade Kindergarten through 4. Elementary teachers are crucial to the development of the children both academically and socially.
Requirements
Primary Job Location:
Desert Heights Charter Schools
5821 West Beverly Lane
Glendale, AZ 85306
Primary Responsibilities:

• Identify the learning needs of individual children
• Plan and deliver instruction based on the needs of individual students
• Provide learning environments that are stimulating where the children can develop their potential and experience growth
• Help students gain the appropriate attitude, skills and knowledge
• Use evaluation tools as tests to evaluate the progress of the students
• Communicate the student's progress to parents and the school's administration
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students
• Organize, direct, and supervise parent volunteers and paraprofessionals within the classroom
• Supervise an after school activity/club
• Attend professional development as required by Administration
• Provide for the functional needs of students
• Assign and grade homework and classwork, provide feedback to students
• Prepare, administer and grade assignments and tests with an aim of evaluating the progress of student's toward Arizona College and Career Readiness Standards
• Maintain accurate student records
• Prepare and implement remedial sessions or interventions for students performing below grade level
• Prepare course outlines and objectives
• Enforce school administration policies
• Provide learning resources and materials
• Plan and supervise students on field trips
• Provide adequate supervision of students within the classroom and other areas on campus
• Adhere to Arizona sanitation and safety regulations

Job Skills and Specifications:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must love working with children
• Creative, imaginative and energetic
• Patient and resourceful
• Superior organizational and leadership skills

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or 3 or more years of relevant experience in teaching
• Early Childhood Education Certification
• CPR & First Aid Certified
• Obtain a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job Type: Full-time