Rancho Solano Preparatory School is seeking to add a First Grade Teacher to their growing team. Rancho Solano Preparatory School is an academically accelerated private school with 2 campuses covering grades PK-12. The right candidate will be energetic and has a passion for being a positive influence on young children.

This role promotes and nurtures the education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study. The individual creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students while keeping parents informed of student progress and potential concerns.

Essential Duties:

· Educates students by planning and developing course of study consistent with guidelines emphasizing writing mastery, problem solving, critical thinking and high-order reasoning.

· Tailors course of study and develops Personalized Learning Plans (PLP) to accommodate differing levels of academic ability and previous achievement.

· Creates customized classroom experience by providing differentiated, small group instruction to achieve more personal teacher attention

· Develops and presents lesson plans by using a variety of techniques, including lectures, group discussions, projects, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet.

· Creates and supports a positive learning environment through selection of learning materials, development of functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers

· Consistently monitors student achievement through formal and informal assessment both summative and formative (i.e. test, quiz, learning log, etc.).

· Conducts standardized tests in accordance with school and state requirements, if applicable.

· Assists students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.

· Intercepts deterioration in achievement by counseling students with academic difficulties and drawing on the school resources for additional academic assistance.

· Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to school policies.

· Identifies and addresses potential behavioral concerns by notifying and/or consulting with appropriate professionals if evidence of learning disabilities, drug or alcohol abuse, problems of social adjustment, or child abuse is present.

· Maintains safe, secure, and healthy educational environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with school and legal regulations.

· Maintains thorough and detailed records of student progress and achievement.

· Keeps parents informed of all elements of student development including academic performance, attendance, and social acclimation via formal and informal communication methods such as parent-teacher conferences, both regularly scheduled and as-needed.

· Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school and demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

· Collaborates with school staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to school requirements.

· Provides student support services by monitoring halls, study periods, playground and lunchroom.

· Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.

· Attends and participates in staff development programs, faculty events and meetings, and serves on staff committees as required (i.e. teacher in-service days).

· Updates job knowledge by attending faculty meetings; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations.

· Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities.

Experience:

· Minimum of two years teaching experience is preferred

· State teaching certification is preferred

· Knowledge of relevant technology as it relates to curriculum

· Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

· Must be able to obtain an AZ fingerprint card

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person