Job Description

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science

1st Grade Teacher

Location: 3335 W Flower St, Phoenix, AZ 85035

Start: 7/20/2026

Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.89 annually (DOE)

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 nurturing 1st Grade Teacher to provide foundational instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. This role is critical in building the academic and behavioral foundations that set scholars up for long-term success.

AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and consistent data-driven decision-making.

This role requires a teacher who is committed to supporting students in Title I communities while maintaining high academic expectations and fostering a joyful, structured, and engaging learning environment for young learners.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Achievement

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in foundational literacy and mathematics aligned with AMS curriculum frameworks.
• Build strong foundations in phonics, reading comprehension, writing, and early numeracy skills.
• Design engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that promote curiosity, exploration, and a love of learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of early learners, including multilingual students and those at varying skill levels.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction and provide targeted interventions.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

• Establish and maintain a structured, warm, and high-expectations classroom environment.
• Implement PBIS and preventative strategies to support positive student behavior.
• Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
• Teach and reinforce routines, procedures, and social skills appropriate for early elementary learners.
• Foster independence, confidence, and collaboration among students.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives focused on early literacy and academic achievement.
• Use student data and reflective practices to continuously improve instruction.

Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic expectations.
• Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.
• Provide families with strategies and resources to support literacy and learning at home.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Valid teaching certification in Elementary Education or a related subject area, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study (e.g., Education, Child Development, or similar field), OR
• Minimum of three (3) years of K–8 teaching experience

Additionally, candidates must:

• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills, especially with early learners
• Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual learner communities
• Possess strong instructional skills in early literacy and foundational math
• Demonstrate collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment
• Pass required background checks and obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!