Kindergarten Teacher Jobs

Location: Avondale
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Salary Range: $46,000-$52,000 per year
About Us
Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students began learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment.
ABOUT YOU OUR NEW SVA TEAM MEMBER!
You are an enthusiastic team player who is looking to grow your career with an expanding organization. You are talented and love working with students, families and teachers. You enjoy making a difference in the lives of children and you thrive in a fast-paced environment! Not only are you a highly qualified, motivated, self-starter; you work well with others, you seek solutions to challenges, and you are a proven leader.
What We Offer You
At SVA, we offer smaller class sizes (for teacher postings), competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities.
About The Position
The 1st and 2nd grade teachers will be needed for the 2021-22 school year. Job duties and responsibilities including but not limited to the following:
Core Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction aligned to Arizona State Standards

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction appropriate to the grade level that includes different learning styles, abilities, and interests in accordance with state standards.
• Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferences.
• Reflect continually on teaching and professional practice.
• Communicate learning goals to students and parents or guardians in a well-planned and organized manner.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.
• Document and proactively attempt to resolve issues related to student behavior and/or attendance.
• Use school and state assessment data to inform instruction.
• Utilize school adopted systems of practice for curriculum, instruction, and assessment including, but not limited to: Beyond Textbooks, Spalding, data submission, and testing protocols.
• Prior knowledge of Spalding, and Beyond Textbooks, and data driven instruction a plus.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by the school and law.
• Assess student progress towards learning targets, objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents/guardians, and administration.
• Use available technology to enhance student learning.
• Participate in grade level and/or school wide professional learning activities.
• Establish classroom routines and procedures in a positive manner conducive to effective instruction.
• Supervise classroom and/or other students in the school in adherence with state laws.
• Effectively implement student goals outlined in 504 Plans and IEPs.

Core Values/Professional Qualities

• Positively accept direction from supervisors.
• Act as a positive role model for students, parents, and other staff.
• Adhere to student and staff confidentiality when appropriate.
• Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Willingness to adapt to change.
• Be responsible, flexible, reliable, and punctual.
• Show respect and dignity for cultural differences.
• Exercise positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills.
• Adhere to the dress code, polices, and procedures outlined in the Teacher Handbook.
• Show respect and dignity for cultural differences.
• Act as a positive role model for students, parents, and other staff.

Competencies

• Perform basic math skills and functions.
• Use office equipment and materials properly and in a safe manner.
• Read a variety of manuals and documents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Present information to others.
• Writes in a coherent and professional manner.

Mental And Physical Requirements

• Employees must be subject to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Positions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, fingering, standing, walking, pushing, reaching, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Employees must be able to physically manage a classroom with small children ensuring the safety of the children at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Arizona Teaching Certification or reciprocal Out-of-State Certification
• Bachelor degree or higher
• Arizona Structured English Immersion or Bilingual Language Endorsement required
• Highly Qualified in appropriate area

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Previous experience in a school environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Extensive knowledge of office management procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Employee Benefits
Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes.
BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS
To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.
ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS.