Summary The Elementary Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students. The teacher will plan, implement, and assess standards-based instruction across core content areas, while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The teacher works in partnership with colleagues, families, and the school community to promote student success and uphold the mission of public education.
Essential Functions - Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned to state standards and district curriculum.
- Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including English Learners, students with disabilities, and gifted learners.
- Integrate reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies into meaningful, developmentally appropriate instruction.
- Establish a positive, inclusive classroom culture that promotes respect, responsibility, and a love of learning.
- Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and ways to support learning at home.
- Collaborate with grade-level teams, support staff, and administrators to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
- Incorporate technology and innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance.
- Uphold all district policies, state regulations, and professional ethical standards.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as a personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.
Travel Requirements Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.
Benefits: FUSD offers a competitive compensation package, along with opportunities for professional development, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and support for your position within the district.
Qualifications 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 (BA) or higher in Elementary Education, Master’s Degree (MA) preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage classroom activities, schedules, and resources efficiently.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: - Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Valid Arizona Teaching certificate
- Valid SEI and K-5 Literacy Endorsements required
Clearances: - Measles/Mumps/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination
- Valid I-9 form.
- AZ Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands; the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Terms of Employment: Salary schedule commensurate with education and experience for this position
188 day new teacher contract - per work calendar for this position
186 returning teacher contract - per the work calendar for this position.
Benefits: FUSD offers a competitive compensation package, along with opportunities for professional development, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and support for your position within the district.
Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the site administration in accordance with the Governing Board Policy.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: 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. 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
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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): the District Title IX Coordinator, and/or the District 504 Coordinator, both of which can be located on our web page
www.fusdaz.com or in person at 1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona. Or by phone at (520) 866-3500.
