Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

· Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning of the Arizona Standards.

· Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.

· Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

· Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.

· Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

· Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.

· Provide appropriate feedback on student work.

· Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.

· Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.

· Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and procedures.

· Prepare required reports on students and activities.

· Participate in district and parent meetings and events.

· Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

· Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

· Prepare classroom for class activities.

· Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.

· Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.

· Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to:

· Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.

· Encourage parent and community involvement; obtain information for parents when requested; promptly return phone calls and answer emails.

· Participate in appropriate professional activities.

· Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.

· Other duties as assigned.

Application available online - www.valentineaz.net

Questions? Call 928-769-2310 or email mr.angle@valentineaz.net

• 151-day contract (7/28/25 - 5/21/26), salary DOE
• Compensation for off-contract professional development days
• Classroom Site Fund (Prop 301 monies) to teachers (typically >$5000)
• 4-day school week (Mon-Thurs)
• Full week off at Thanksgiving
• Small class size (<16)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

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.

· B.A./B.S. degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching.

· Arizona State certification in teaching in appropriate subject area.

· Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

· Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

· Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.

· Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.

· Meet professional teacher education requirements of district and state.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds individually, or up to a student’s weight with assistance.