Teacher - Elementary Kindergarten

Peoria Unified School District - Glendale, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Glendale, AZ

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Peoria Unified School District is seeking a dedicated and creative Certified Teacher for the Elementary Kindergarten position at Sun Valley Elementary. This role focuses on managing and educating students, fostering their development, and preparing them to become responsible individuals. The teacher will implement engaging lesson plans, maintain a safe learning environment, and build strong relationships with students, parents, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Manage and educate students while helping them discover and fulfill their potential.
• Develop and implement creative and engaging lesson plans.
• Document and share student grades and evaluations.
• Cultivate a creative learning environment and maintain a safe, inviting, and nurturing space for students, staff, and the community.
• Set and maintain standards of classroom behavior and uphold District discipline policies.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Enhance Peoria Unified's culture which encourages and strengthens parent and community partnerships.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the regular instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms.
• Foster positive relationships with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
• Adhere to effective policies, practices, and accountability of District resources.
• Maintain accurate and complete records required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.

Requirements

• A valid intern, provisional, or standard Arizona Teaching Certificate; or possess the necessary qualifications to become certified in the state of Arizona.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background clearance check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid government issued ID.
• May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• May be required to lift students weighing up to 60 pounds.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions.

Nice-to-haves

• Specialized teaching assignments may require additional training and/or certification.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance
• Wellness program
• Paid time off