Teacher - CCCR - Industrial Technology - Smith Junior High School

Teacher - CCCR
- Industrial Technology
- Smith Junior High School

Mesa USD 4 Smith Junior High – Mesa, Arizona

• Job : 5843941
• Final date to receive applications: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: $55,886.00 per year
• 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 verified like experience
• New Hire
  
  Education:
  
  $65/hour of graduate‑level credits: BA +45 hours max, MA +60 hours max; $1,000 for advanced degrees
• Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
  Career and Technical Education

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

Must submit an online application requiring Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

• 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 and school/district learning goals in lesson plan preparation and utilization of 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 instructional methods.
• Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance student learning experiences.
• Collects student achievement data using various tools (tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists) to inform instructional decisions that improve student achievement.
• Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations.
• Builds positive relationships with students and maintains open communication with students and parents about academic and behavioral progress.
• Works with parents and school personnel to provide appropriate education for each student.
• Manages student records related to achievement, attendance, and discipline.
• Provides a positive and safe learning environment.
• Assists in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
• Communicates expectations of success for all students.
• Assists with additional duties as required by Mesa Public Schools.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Valid Arizona CTE Teaching Certification.
• Experience: 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.
• Knowledge of subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
• Utilizes effective instructional and management techniques.
• Builds cooperative and professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, and students.
• Communicates verbally and writtenly with parents and school personnel at all levels.
• Maintains professional appearance and conscientious behavior.
• Communicates and interacts with staff in academic planning and school committees.
• Participates in staff meetings and extracurricular/school‑related activities and committees.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth.

• Traditional classroom with desks, whiteboards, digital tools such as projectors or…