Middle School ELA Teacher (AMS Peoria Advanced) 26-27 SY
Peoria, Arizona, United States · On-site
$48k–$55k/yr
Mid level
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students! Academies of Math and Science Middle School ELA Teacher 2026-2027 SY Start: 7/20/2026 Location: 7785 West Peoria Avenue Peoria, AZ 8534…
Skills: ELA Instruction, Classroom Management, Data-Driven Instruction, Differentiated Instruction, Literacy Development
English Language Development Teacher (K-8th) AMS Glendale (26-27 School Year)
Glendale, Arizona, United States · On-site
$48k–$55k/yr
Mid level
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students! Academies of Math and Science K-8th Grade English Language Development Teacher Start: 7/20/2026 Location: 4540 West Glendale Avenue Gle…
Skills: English Language Development, Classroom Management, Data-Driven Instruction, Differentiated Instruction, Literacy Instruction
Middle School ELA Teacher (AMS Peoria Advanced) 26-27 SY
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$48k–$55k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
401(k) Retirement Plan, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Optional Vision Coverage
Posted 16d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned ELA instruction to middle school students using data-driven decision-making. Establish a positive classroom culture and collaborate with grade-level teams to improve student achievement.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a valid Arizona teaching certification, or at least three years of K-12 teaching experience. Candidates must pass background checks and possess an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Full job description
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
Academies of Math and Science
Middle School ELA Teacher 2026-2027 SY
Start: 7/20/2026 Location: 7785 West Peoria Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85345
Schedule: Full time, On-Site
Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.89 (DOE)
Position Summary:
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, data-driven Middle School EnglishLanguageArts Teacher to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and build strong foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills.
AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and consistent data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Student Achievement
Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks.
Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning and interventions.
Build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Classroom Culture & Student Support
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
Collaboration & Professional Growth
Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to continuously improve teaching practices.
Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Family Engagement
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or relevant content area) OR
Valid Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area OR
Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
Plus SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training is preferred but not required
Additionally, candidates must:
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities
Demonstrate strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset
Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment
Compensation & Benefits
AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.
Competitive salary based on experience
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Optional vision coverage
Performance bonuses
Stipend opportunities for tutoring and extracurricular leadership
Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
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English Language ArtsMiddle SchoolCharter SchoolTitle ISEI EndorsementPBISK-8 EducationLiteracyNumeracyInstructional CoachingIVP Fingerprint Clearance CardArizona Teaching Certification
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.
Offices: 3448 N 1st Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85719, US · 3355 W Flower Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85017, US · 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson, Arizona 85756, US · 1557 W Prince Rd, Tucson, Arizona 85705, US · 6633 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85033, US
College preparation in low-income settingsUtilizing excellent talent to create excellent resultsSTEM educationData-driven instructionK-8 educationand Well-rounded educationPrimary EducationEducationSecondary Education
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.
Offices: 3448 N 1st Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85719, US · 3355 W Flower Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85017, US · 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson, Arizona 85756, US · 1557 W Prince Rd, Tucson, Arizona 85705, US · 6633 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85033, US
College preparation in low-income settingsUtilizing excellent talent to create excellent resultsSTEM educationData-driven instructionK-8 educationand Well-rounded educationPrimary EducationEducationSecondary Education