We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
Academies of Math and Science
1st Grade Teacher – 2026–2027 School Year
Location: 7301 E Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85209
Compensation Range: $48,334.25 – $54,571.89 (DOE)
Start Date: Summer 2026
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities.
AMS is seeking a passionate and dedicated 1st Grade Teacher to join our team at the AMS Power Campus in Mesa for the 2026–2027 school year.
The 1st Grade Teacher plays a key role in strengthening students’ early literacy, foundational math skills, and independent learning habits. The ideal candidate will create a structured and engaging learning environment that builds on the foundational skills developed in kindergarten while supporting students’ academic confidence and curiosity.
AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Achievement
Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned with AMS curriculum and Arizona academic standards.
Strengthen foundational skills in reading fluency, phonics, writing, and early mathematics.
Use formative and summative assessments to guide instructional planning.
Differentiate instruction to support students at varying skill levels.
Foster independent learning habits and critical thinking skills.
Classroom Culture & Student Development
Maintain a structured and positive classroom environment with clear expectations.
Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
Collaboration & Professional Growth
Participate in weekly professional development and PLCs.
Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to strengthen instruction.
Contribute to school-wide improvement initiatives.
Family Engagement
Communicate regularly with families about student progress.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home–school partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Education or Elementary Education
OR
Valid Arizona teaching certification in Elementary Education
OR
Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
Additionally, candidates must:
Demonstrate strong classroom management and instructional planning skills
Obtain an IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Demonstrate a commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities
Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
We are a network of ten award-winning K-8 charter schools in Tucson and Phoenix, Arizona. The Academies of Math and Sciences serves under-represented communities to provide an advanced, college-preparatory education.
The flagship campus in Tucson has been named the highest performing Title I K-8 charter school with >70% F/R in the state of Arizona (out of 293 such schools).
We hire the best teachers and use the best methods, systems, and programs available to reach our mission of sending kids to college. Our program is built to provide motivated students in grades K-8 a top-quality education, enabling them to succeed in extremely competitive high school programs and ultimately, college. Each child’s success depends on us, and we are confident that we can reach all children who are willing to put in the effort to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed.
To provide students the education they deserve and to provide the nation a generation prepared to deal with unsolved and new problems, join us. Help us to turn all students, regardless of their background or the neighborhood they live in, onto the path to college and a better life.
Let's improve education together.
