Certified Teacher Mass Communication

CERTIFIED TEACHER MASS COMMUNICATION

Cartwright School District's motto is "One Team, Una Familia!" which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are looking for self‑motivated and experienced teachers who share this commitment.

To assure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level.

• Arizona certified elementary or secondary teacher
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience with excellent evaluations
• Must be appropriately certified in elementary, grades 1‑8 or secondary, grades 6‑12
• Demonstrates proficiency in teaching evidenced by principal's evaluations and student achievement
• Demonstrates knowledge in the area of mass communication, journalism, public speaking, and/or other related areas
• Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards and district adopted curriculum and instructional materials
• Demonstrates knowledge of and works effectively in a professional learning community
• Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of assessments and use of data information systems
• Views self as a learner and seeks professional challenges and demonstrates initiative
• Demonstrates professional development skills and works effectively with adults
• Demonstrates ability in working with diverse populations (ELL, Special Education)
• Continues professional growth through participation in educational meetings and defined professional growth opportunities, reading professional literature, and exchanging ideas with colleagues
• Continues professional development in the area of research-based exemplary practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to communicate in oral and written form
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board may find appropriate and acceptable

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs of students
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Identifies the learning problems of students on a regular basis and seeks the assistance of specialists as required
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Assesses progress and preparation of students for all district and state assessments
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct as well as develops reasonable rules for classroom behavior and procedures while maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for educational related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms (Open House, Parent/Teacher conferences, etc.)
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
• Cooperates with the administration in planning and participating in appropriate in‑service training programs at the school or district level
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of all students in all areas of the school
• Continues professional growth through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced…