Elementary Teacher, Pine Strawberry School District


Position:
Elementary Teacher

Type:
Public


Location:
Rural


Job ID:
132523

County:
Gila


Posted:
February 09, 2026




Contact Information:
Pine Strawberry School District
PO Box 1150
Pine, AZ 85544
District Website

Contact:
Katie Ast
Phone: 9284763283
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

Job Description:

Pine Strawberry Elementary School District is accepting applications for a full time certified elementary teacher to provide instruction for students which is appropriate for their level of understanding and needs.

Pay: Based on education/experience 

Reports to: Principal/Superintendent 

Qualifications:

  • Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate 

  • Current IVP Fingerprint Card

  • Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.

  • Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.

  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, students

  • Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with parents and school personnel at all levels

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills and resource materials

  • Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques

  • Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents

  • Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation

  • Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning

  • Creates instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and method of instruction

  • Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences

  • Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement

  • Establishes, supports and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations

  • Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress

  • Works with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student

  • Produces, utilizes and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline

  • Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning

  • Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns

  • Communicates an expectation of success for all students

Professional Standards:

  • Adheres to established federal and state laws, board policies and regulations, and district procedures; supports the mission statement of the district and school.

  • Accepts supervision and direction of the site administrator

  • Appropriately communicates and interacts with other staff in academic planning and school committee work

  • Attends and participates in staff meetings 

  • Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth

  • Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behavior that is conscientious and responsible

  • Does not engage in discriminatory practices on any basis, including race, origin, gender, socio-economic status, disability, religion or political beliefs

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the site administrator



Other:

Join our team as we move to a four-day school week in 2026–2027!

Use the link to our website to view the job description and application. 

CLOSING DATE: February 18, 2026