Teacher- 1st Grade - Hale Elementary School

Teacher—1st Grade – Hale Elementary School

Mesa USD 4 Hale Elementary – Mesa, Arizona

Job : 5745015

Final date to receive applications: Jun 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Employment Type: Full-time

Base Salary: $55,886.00

Calendar: Certified Exempt, 187 workdays

Benefits: Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health and life insurance

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire

Experience:

$500 for each full‑time year of certified teaching or equivalent experience

New Hire

Education:

$65/hour of graduate‑level credits (BA +45 hrs max, MA +60 hrs max), $1,000 for advanced degrees

Certification: Alternate teaching certification pathways available with a bachelor’s degree

The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirect special area assignments. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
• Considers individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents.
• Utilizes district‑adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation.
• Incorporates higher‑level thinking strategies and real‑life applications into lesson planning.
• Creates instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and methods of instruction.
• Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance students’ learning experiences.
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that positively impact student achievement.
• Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations.
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress.
• Works with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student.
• Produces, utilizes, and maintains student records relating to student achievement, attendance, and discipline.
• Provides a positive and safe environment conducive to learning.
• Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students.
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certification.
• Prior teaching experience.
• Associate teacher, student teaching, or practicum experience.

• Models attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
• Develops and maintains cooperative and effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, and students.
• Effectively communicates (verbal and written) with parents and school personnel at all levels.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates…