5th Grade Teacher-2 (AMS Power) 2026-2027

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Academies of Math and Science

5th Grade Teacher – 2026–2027 School Year

Location: AMS Power Campus - 7301 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85209

Start Date: July 20, 2026

Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation Range: $48,331.25 – $54,571.89 annually (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 and dedicated 5th Grade Teacher to join our team at the AMS Power Campus for the 2026–2027 school year. This full-time position begins July 20, 2026.

The 5th Grade Teacher plays a critical role in preparing students for the transition to middle school by strengthening academic independence, critical thinking, and mastery of grade-level standards across all core subject areas. The ideal candidate creates a structured, engaging classroom where students are challenged to think critically, collaborate effectively, and develop the skills necessary for long-term academic success.

AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe every scholar can achieve at high levels through rigorous instruction, strong classroom culture, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Achievement

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned with the AMS curriculum and Arizona Academic Standards.

• Teach all core content areas, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of all learners.

• Utilize formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning, intervention, and enrichment.

• Develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and organizational skills in preparation for middle school.

Classroom Culture & Student Development

• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.

• Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.

• Foster students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and leadership development.

• Promote student accountability, independence, and ownership of learning.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Participate in weekly professional development and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

• Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and campus leadership to continuously improve instructional practices.

• Contribute to school-wide initiatives that support student achievement and continuous improvement.

Family Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with families through consistent communication regarding student progress and achievement.

• Conduct parent-teacher conferences and collaborate with families to support student success.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Elementary Education, or a related field;

• OR a valid Arizona teaching certificate in Elementary Education;

• OR a minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience.

Additionally, candidates must:

• Demonstrate strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.

• Obtain or be eligible to obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.

• Pass all required background checks.

• Demonstrate a commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities.

• Exhibit strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset.

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