1St Grade Teacher: 2023/2024 School Year, Central Tucson

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 the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

CORE VALUES

Below Are The Core Values For Leman Academy Of Excellence

Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior.

CAUTION: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.

CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.

COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.

CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.

Summary Of

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

Line of Authority/Reports to: Teachers shall be directly responsible to the Principal and will work closely with the Vice Principal, Deans, and the Professional Development team.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology -OR- a willingness to better understand Miss Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Data-Driven Instruction model -OR- a willingness to better understand and learn more of data-driven instruction and assessment decision making.
• Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making.
• Working knowledge of AzM2 and understanding of how the data is measured.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Shurley English language arts program that covers grammar and composition -OR- a willingness to learn this highly structured, teacher-scholar interactive approach to learning grammar and compositions.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Classical curricula and learning -OR- a willingness and desire to learn the Classical model of education.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Common Core Standards (Arizona College and Career Ready Standards) -OR- a willingness to learn such standards.
• Online Instructional Improvement and Instructional Effectiveness System w/ATI.
• One year of demonstrated teaching experience OR any equivalent combination of training or experience that meets the minimum qualifications.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Saxon Math program -OR- a willingness to gain a greater understanding of this unique approach to teaching math concepts and skills.
• 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 that applicants hold an Arizona Teaching Certificate or be able to apply and successfully transfer their current teaching certificate to AZ. https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification//forms-and-information/certificates
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact community, parents, scholars, administration, instructional staff and office support staff.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in classical education.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Working knowledge of pedagogy, instructional methodology, curriculum development.

• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Instruct scholars using the whole class approach, small, leveled groups and individually using various teaching techniques and methods such as EEI, Direct Instruction, Socratic Teaching, Cooperative Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Discovery Learning.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Prepare and plan for use of ELL strategies to be used in an integrated grouped classroom under guidance of Principal and Administration.
• Prepare (in grade level teams), administer, and analyze (in grade level teams) scholar proficiency on common unit assessments in order to monitor scholar progress and scholar achievement.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
• Instruct and monitor scholars in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual scholar’s needs and progress.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework; implement and maintain scholar data books.
• Prepare, administer, and analyze formative assessments and assignments in order to monitor scholar progress and achievement.
• Collaborate with other grade level faculty members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Organize and label materials and display a rotation of scholars' work.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss their child's academic progress and behavior (may need to help/guide parents with priorities for their child and any resource needs).
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and/or requirements of state and school.
• Involve parent volunteers in classroom activities in order to facilitate involvement/engagement with parents.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results with Administration to determine scholar strengths and areas of need.
• Confer with parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators in order to resolve scholars' behavioral and academic problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure that scholars, staff, parents and the district are functioning in collaboration.
• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepare and develop curriculum maps under guidance of Administration.
• Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games (when appropriate), arts and crafts, music, narration and storytelling.
• Establish clear objectives and identify standards to be taught for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to scholars/post objectives.
• Prepare materials and instructional resources for use in the classroom and class activities based on the classical model.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide scholars in learning from those activities.
• Prepare for assigned classes and submit weekly lesson plans.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing scholars.
• Works with Special Education Instructor to help special needs scholars learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development.
• Provide disabled scholars with assistive devices, supportive technology, and daily living skills.
• Attend professional development meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional skills and competence.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet scholars' varying needs and interests.
• Guide and counsel scholars with social adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare reports on scholars and activities as required by administration
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA.
• Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Maintain accurate and complete scholar records as required by the school and laws.
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior, maintaining order among the scholars for whom you are responsible.
• Notifies site administrator of the special needs of scholars who display characteristics which vary from the norm.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, scholar organizations, and academic contests.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITES:
• Prepare and implement interventions for scholars requiring extra help - IMPORTANT: Teacher Hours will be set-up to assist scholars struggling in the classroom.
• Perform duties such as assisting in hall and cafeteria monitoring, and supervision of drop-off and pick-up of scholars.
• Plan and conduct scholar activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, questions, and work time that provides scholars with opportunities to observe, question, discover, and investigate in order to engage all scholars in learning rigorous academic content.

Work Habits And Attitudes

• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Embraces collaboration with other professionals.
• Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
• Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
• Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
• Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and punctuality.
• Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
• Maintains a professional environment at all times.
• Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
• Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
• Works well with minimum supervision.
• Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
• Follows school policies and safety rules.
• Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
• Performs accurate work in a timely manner.

Compensation
Salary Range: $44,873.27 - $64,000.00 annually
Additional Stipends May Be Available.
Leman Academy offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience and education.
Benefits
Benefits eligibility and enrollment for Employees working thirty (30) hours or more per week include but are not limited to
As a Leman Academy of Excellence Employee, you shall be afforded benefits if you work thirty (30) hours or more each week, all as prescribed in the Personnel Policies of the School, and such revision thereof as are made and approved by the Board of Directors of the School all of which have been adopted by the School.

• If the Employee is terminated, the Employee will be covered with all benefits described above until the last day of the month in which they terminate.
• Voluntary medical insurance, vision plan, and dental plan; enrollment for Employees beginning employment are effective the first of the month following start date of full time employment unless agreed upon by administration.
• Leman offers a 401k to all employees.
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long and Short Term Disability benefits are effective the first day of the month following start date of full time employment.
• Benefits eligibility and enrollment continue for current admin/Employees who sign a new Agreement. Retirement plan and long-term disability eligibility and enrollment are based on the beginning date of employment in the initial Agreement.

Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.