English Teacher

English Teacher

Maricopa Unified School District is inviting applications for a Middle and High School Teacher. The position is exempt, classified as a 187 or 189 Day Contract.

• Teach age‑appropriate subject matter based on State Standards to pupils in a classroom, utilizing the adopted course of study and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Use a variety of instruction strategies such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available instruction time.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep records, and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in‑service education activities and self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Supervise pupils in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

• Knowledge of best practice teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of best practices in classroom management.
• Knowledge of data assessment and disaggregation.
• Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of district rules of conduct and ethics.
• Knowledge of relevant Governing Board Policies.
• Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Professional communication skills effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; and maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Requirements:

Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: stand, walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift up to 125 lbs, push, pull, and move objects as described above.

Required License/Certification: A valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement consistent with assignment and a valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:
Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Director of Exceptional Student Services.

Contact: 520‑568‑5100, email: tbeckett; address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway, Maricopa, AZ 85138.