Middle Grades and 9th Grade Teacher- core subjects

Middle Grades and 9th Grade Teacher
- All core subjects

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ 7/8 Grade Teacher General
• Date Posted: 2/23/2026
• Location:
  
  Florence Virtual Academy
• Date Available:
  
  07/13/2026
• Closing Date: 04/10/2026

To to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge of middle grade and secondary subjects as related to content being taught.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches skills and knowledge, to middle grade and secondary pupils, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Plans a middle grade and secondary program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student activities in assigned content for optimal learning.
• Provides individual or small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions and field trips.
• Evaluates each pupil's growth in knowledge and skills in course being taught.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Identifies pupil's needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Assists pupils in selection and development of individual research projects.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors in pupil progress.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree (B.

A.) from four-year college or university. One to two years related experience preferred.

Must be highly qualified in area of assignment. Valid AZ teaching certificate with appropriate approved area or endorsement. Structured English Immersion (SEI) required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary and work year established annually by the Governing Board

Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance Card

Valid I-9 form

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Governing Board Policy GCO – Evaluation of Professional Staff Members.

The Florence Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its policies, procedures or practices, in compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Florence Unified School District Career and Technical Education Department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to any of the programs available Accounting, Audio/Visual, Bio Science, Business Management, Business Operations, Construction, Culinary Arts, Education Professions, Fire Science, Hospitality Management, Law Enforcement, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, and Veterinary Assistant.

The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district's activities and programs. The Florence Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s).

Thad Gates, Title IX Coordinator, Florence Unified School District-1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona.  or James (Eric) Turner, 504 Coordinator, 1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona. .