Middle School Humanities Teacher-2 (AMS Nellis) 2026-2027

Position Overview

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 data-driven Middle School Humanities Teacher (Grades 5–8) to join our team at the Nellis Campus in Las Vegas for the 2026–2027 school year.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned humanities instruction aligned with AMS curriculum and Nevada Academic Content Standards.
• Teach core subjects including English Language Arts, reading comprehension, writing, and social studies.
• Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instructional planning.
• Develop students’ critical thinking, writing, reading comprehension, and analytical reasoning skills.

Classroom Culture & Student Development

• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
• Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.
• Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
• Encourage student voice, discussion, and engagement in learning.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities (PLCs).
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and school leadership to strengthen instructional practices.
• Use student performance data to support instructional improvement and targeted interventions.
• Contribute to school-wide systems focused on student achievement and continuous improvement.

Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic expectations.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home–school partnerships.
• Support family engagement initiatives that promote student success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE) (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, History, or a related field.

Additional Requirements

• Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual learner communities.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset.
• Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment.
• Successfully pass required background checks in accordance with Nevada state requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching middle school humanities (grades 5–8).
• Experience working in Title I or high-need school environments.
• Experience supporting English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

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 and stipend opportunities
Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
Opportunities for leadership growth within a growing multi-state network