EAGLE Arizona is Hiring a 5th/6th Grade ELA Teacher Near Phoenix, AZ
Essential Responsibilities
Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals
Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences
Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding
Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.
Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
Provide reasonable vigilance for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments
Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events
Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours
Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed
Perform other duties as requested or required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent required
State Teacher Certification or meet Highly Qualified Requirements for the teaching area assigned
If Highly Qualified, passed applicable AEPA/NES Subject Knowledge exam prior to first day of employment, and applicable AEPA/NES Professional Knowledge exam; within 30 calendar days from start date or prior to the first day of school if hired by July 1
Successfully complete the SEI endorsement completion course
At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus
Experience working with students and families in urban communities
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
Proven track record of student achievement results