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5th Grade Teacher

Job in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85318, USA
Listing for: Pendergast Elementary School District
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE:
Classroom Teacher


EXEMPT: Yes JOB CODE:

SALARY LEVEL: Certified Salary Schedule DEPARTMENT:

LOCATION: Assigned School TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with REPORTS TO:
Building Principal current school calendar

POSITION LEVEL: DATE APPROVED:

SUMMARY: Creates a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishes effective rapport with pupils; motivates pupils to develop skills; attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in accordance with each pupil's ability; establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

SUPERVISES: Instructional Assistant (if applicable)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Appropriate Arizona Elementary Teacher Certification
  • Meets Criteria of Appropriately Certified
  • Minimum of a Provisional SEI or ESL Endorsement
  • Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Demonstrates teaching skills and knowledge in assigned academic area, utilizing course of study adopted by the Governing Board and other appropriate learning activities.
  • Instruct pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
  • Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil and to best utilize available classroom time for instructional purposes.
  • Prepares current schedules, lesson plans and seating charts for use by a guest teacher.
  • Evaluate pupil's academic and social growth, maintain permanent academic and attendance records, and prepare progress reports. Maintains the confidentiality of each student's record.
  • Establishes and maintains lines of communication with students and parents on a regular basis. Communicates with parents to discuss pupils' progress, particular needs or difficulties encountered in the school program; treats parents with respect when reviewing a child's problems or progress.
  • Diagnoses pupil needs; uses appropriate methods to provide instruction to meet those needs and assist pupils in solving learning and attitude problems. Seeks the assistance of specialists or district resource persons to ascertain learning difficulties of students and appropriate services to meet their needs.
  • Maintains a learning atmosphere by creating an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the students.
  • Maintains professional competence by participating in classes, workshops and other growth activities.
  • Select and requisition instructional aids and materials; maintain required inventory records.
  • Instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times designated by the principal/supervisor, and reports for duty and other assignments on time, and supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
  • Establishes and maintains management and control of students in the classroom or under supervision.
  • Develops and explains rules for classroom discipline and consistently maintains discipline in the classroom.
  • Takes reasonable precautions to protect students' safety, welfare and district property.
  • Disciplines students in a fair and impartial manner, following district policies regarding the rights of students.
  • Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional activities and attends required staff meetings and trainings.
  • Assists in implementing policies, administrative regulations and procedures established by the Governing Board, district administration and unit school principal.
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
  • Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various…
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