What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6th Grade Elementary Teacher position at BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CHARTER SCHOOL-QUEEN CREEK?
Job Details
Job Location
Queen Creek AZ - Queen Creek, AZ
Description
Job Title : 2025-2026 6th Grade Elementary Teachers
Reports to : Principal
Location : BFCS - Queen Creek, Gilbert
Length of Contract : 12 Months
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Job Description
Benjamin Franklin Charter School is looking for 6th Grade Elementary Teachers to join our Elementary Team for the 2025-2026 school year.
Responsibilities
- While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will plan, organize, and implement the school's instructional program in a learning environment that motivates and guides students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
- Support BFCS Core Values, Vision, Mission, and Goals.
- Promote and adhere to BFCS policies and procedures.
- Provide a safe, structured environment focused on academic excellence.
- Create a learning environment that is engaging and conducive to effective instruction; maintain standards of student behavior.
- Provide direct instruction using a Back-to-Basics curriculum including Spalding ( Spelling, Reading and Writing) and content speciality which could include instruction of Into Math, Amplify Science and Studies Weekly Social Studies, Excellence in Writing or Reading.
- Prepare and follow lesson plans correlated with the prescribed curriculum and pacing guides.
- Communicate learning objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language.
- Monitor and assess student progress; provide ongoing feedback to students and parents.
- Use classroom and state assessment data to inform and improve instruction.
- Participate in team reviews concerning students' academic progress.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students' progress and interpret the instructional program.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records as required by law and school policy.
- Reflect on teaching practices and strive to improve professional competence.
- Assume responsibility for meeting classroom and school-wide student performance goals.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
- Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences.
- Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school site or District.
Professional Competencies
BFCS Core Values
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University
Arizona Teaching Certificate
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Will be required to pass a criminal background check upon hire
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties may include frequent walking, standing, stooping, and lifting up to approximately 25 pounds. Employees may be required to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally. This position will require the employee to have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Benefits
An Equal Opportunity Organization
BFCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.