4th Grade Teacher : Central Campus: 2026/2027 SY

About the role

Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture. Scholars will engage in a balanced program of instruction, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct scholars using the classical model of learning combined with data-driven decision-making.
• Create daily lesson plans and participate in ongoing professional training sessions.
• Meet with Administration and the Professional Development team for instructional planning based on assessment data.
• Work with grade level teams of teachers to collaboratively plan and may form common unit assessments.
• Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
• Prepare materials and instructional resources for use in the classroom and class activities based on the classical model.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet scholars' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct scholar activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, questions, and work time.
• Prepare and plan for use of ELL strategies to be used in an integrated grouped classroom under guidance of Principal and Administration.
• Prepare and develop curriculum maps under guidance of Administration.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework; implement and maintain scholar data books.
• Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Guide and counsel scholars with social adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare and implement interventions for scholars requiring extra help.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and/or requirements of state and school.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games (when appropriate), arts and crafts, music, narration and storytelling.
• Attend professional development meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional skills and competence.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Perform duties such as assisting in hall and cafeteria monitoring, and supervision of drop-off and pick-up of scholars.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, scholar organizations, and academic contests.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and passing scores on the appropriate Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessments -or- Current Arizona or other state Teaching Certificate.
• Preference given to applicants holding an Arizona Teaching Certificate or being able to apply and successfully transfer their current teaching certificate to AZ.
• One year of demonstrated teaching experience OR any equivalent combination of training or experience that meets the minimum qualifications.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Classical curricula and learning -OR- a willingness and desire to learn the Classical model of education.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology -OR- a willingness to better understand Miss Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Common Core Standards (Arizona College and Career Ready Standards) -OR- a willingness to learn such standards.
• Online Instructional Improvement and Instructional Effectiveness System w/ATI.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Saxon Math program -OR- a willingness to gain a greater understanding of this unique approach to teaching math concepts and skills.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Shurley English language arts program that covers grammar and composition -OR- a willingness to learn this highly structured, teacher-scholar interactive approach to learning grammar and compositions.
• Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact community, parents, scholars, administration, instructional staff and office support staff.
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in classical education.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Data-Driven Instruction model -OR- a willingness to better understand and learn more of data-driven instruction and assessment decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.

Benefits

Leman Academy offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience and education. Benefits eligibility and enrollment for Employees working thirty (30) hours or more per week include but are not limited to: Voluntary medical insurance, vision plan, and dental plan; enrollment for Employees beginning employment are effective the first of the month following start date of full time employment unless agreed upon by administration. Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long and Short Term Disability benefits are effective the first day of the month following start date of full time employment. If the Employee is terminated, benefits will be prorated based on the number of days worked during the month of termination.