Elementary School Teacher - 5th Grade
Company Description
VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT is a small (<100 students), rural district in north central Arizona consisting of a single K-8 school. Class sizes average 8-12 students. We strive to provide a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and student success.
Job Description
This is a full-time, on-site, salaried position with a 151-day contract period from July 29, 2024 - May 22, 2025. Additional off-contract days are paid for professional development activities. Staff report Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, and for Friday and evening events as required.
Under the supervision of the principal/superintendent, the teacher:
- utilizes the Beyond Textbooks framework to plan, organize, and implement an instructional program that addresses the Arizona Academic Standards;
- develops and maintains positive working relationships with students, families, and staff;
- assesses student learning and differentiates instruction accordingly;
- establishes and maintains an effective classroom management system;
- communicates effectively orally and in writing;
- integrates relevant technologies into the learning environment;
- works in conjunction with the special education teacher and paraprofessionals to provide academic interventions and modifications as needed;
- participates and grows from instructional coaching and other professional learning opportunities;
- serves as an adult mentor in our RCA House system;
- provides direction to share instructional assistant;
- performs all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
Position Requirements
- Passion for facilitating student learning and growth
- Bachelor's degree or above in elementary education or related field from an accredited institution
- Arizona Elementary Teaching Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Other Information
Valentine Elementary School District is an Arizona State Retirement System contributing employer that offers a competitive compensation package which includes:
- minimum starting salary of $41,000, depending upon education and experience;
- district-paid life, health, vision, and dental insurance plan (employee may take the $10K+ value as a stipend in lieu of coverage);
- Classroom Site Fund (Proposition 301) -- additional stipends/bonuses beyond the base contract amount;
- 10 sick and 3 personal days;
- paid professional development days.