Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Teacher *POOL East Campus: SY

Overview

Kindergarten – 2nd Grade Teacher – East Campus, 2026/2027 School Year (POOL).

Our mission:
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated, allowing scholars to think independently and critically. We partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

Responsible for instructing scholars using the classical model of learning combined with data-driven decision-making. Create daily lesson plans, participate in ongoing professional training, meet with Administration and the Professional Development team for instructional planning based on assessment data, and collaborate with grade-level teams to plan and possibly form common unit assessments.

Teachers report to the Principal and work closely with the Vice Principal, Deans, and the Professional Development team.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and passing scores on the appropriate Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessments OR current Arizona or other state Teaching Certificate. Preference is Arizona Teaching Certificate or ability to transfer a current certificate to AZ.
• One year of demonstrated teaching experience OR an equivalent combination of training or experience.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Classical curricula and learning OR willingness to learn the Classical model.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy OR willingness to learn Miss Mason’s philosophy.
• Working knowledge of AzM2 and understanding of how the data is measured.
• Working knowledge of the Common Core Standards (Arizona College and Career Ready Standards) OR willingness to learn such standards.
• Online Instructional Improvement and Instructional Effectiveness System with ATI.
• Working knowledge of the Saxon Math program OR willingness to gain understanding of this approach.
• Working knowledge of the Shurley English language arts program OR willingness to learn this approach to learning grammar and compositions.
• Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding excellence in classical education.
• Working knowledge of pedagogy, instructional methodology, curriculum development.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with humility and service.
• Working knowledge of Data-Driven Instruction or willingness to learn more about data-driven instruction and assessment decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, and staff; build relationships.
• Commitment to promoting health and safety and a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required (fax, copier, computer, etc.).

• Establish and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior and maintain order among scholars.
• Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
• Prepare materials and instructional resources based on the classical model.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet scholars' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct scholar activities to provide opportunities to observe, question, discover, and investigate.
• Instruct using whole-class, small groups, and individual instruction with varied techniques.
• Notify site administrator of special needs of scholars who vary from the norm; work with Special Education Instructor.
• Provide accessible support for disabled scholars with assistive devices and technology.
• Prepare and implement ELL strategies under guidance of Administration.
• Prepare and develop curriculum maps under guidance of Administration.
• Establish objectives and standards for lessons and communicate them to scholars.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework; maintain scholar data books.
• Read aloud to classes or groups as appropriate.
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