POSITION SUMMARY

• Ability to provide quality instruction pertinent to the subject area
• Extensive knowledge of cooperative learning strategies, differentiation, small group instruction, knowledge of developing formative and summative assessments to inform instruction
• Ability to incorporate research-proven teaching strategies into daily lesson delivery
• Be familiar with the AZ Science State Standards
• Ability to integrate reading and writing standards into lessons
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and build positive and appropriate relationships with students

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor or Masters degree in education or content area required
• Arizona teaching certification required
• Comprehensive knowledge of the AZ Science Standards
• Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues in planning for academic improvement in academic areas other than your own, as needed
• Deep understanding of inquiry-based instruction
• Willingness to teach multiple grades and subject levels
• Willingness to differentiate instruction
• Willingness to oversee/ advise extracurricular activities (student clubs, intramural sports, music instruction, etc.)
• Willingness to work with students before or after school to support their academic growth
• Experience utilizing community experts and community resources to enhance content instruction preferred
• Experience building student and parent relationships to improve student achievement
• Experience working with an underserved student population

Other requirements:

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Able to present operational information to personnel at all levels. Able to identify and recruit potential funding sources.