Fine Arts Teacher (Desert Sky) 85035

## Fine Arts Teacher (Desert Sky) 85035

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Phoenix, Arizona time type:
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We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Job Description
** Academies of Math and Science
**** Fine Arts teacher K-8 Grade
***
* Location:

** 5701 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035  
*
* Start Date:

** 2026–2027 School Year
** Compensation Range:** $48,331.25 – $54,571.88 annually (DOE)##

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 student-centered
** Fine Arts Teacher
** to provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction in visual arts while fostering creativity, artistic expression, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and consistent data-driven decision-making.

This role requires a teacher who is committed to supporting students in Title I communities while maintaining high academic expectations and creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.##

Key Responsibilities ### Instruction & Student Achievement
* Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned Fine Arts instruction aligned with Arizona Academic Standards and AMS curriculum frameworks.
* Plan and implement engaging lessons that develop students' artistic skills, creativity, and appreciation for the visual arts.
* Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs and artistic abilities of all learners.
* Utilize formative and summative assessment data to guide instructional planning and student growth.
* Foster creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving through a variety of artistic media and techniques.
* Maintain accurate student records, grades, portfolios, and progress monitoring documentation.### Classroom Culture & Student Support
* Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
* Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies to promote student engagement and positive behavior.
* Support students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and creative growth.
* Build strong relationships that encourage student confidence, responsibility, and artistic expression.### Collaboration & Professional Growth
* Participate in weekly professional development, coaching cycles, and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
* Collaborate with classroom teachers, instructional coaches, interventionists, and school leadership to integrate the arts across the curriculum.
* Contribute to school-wide initiatives, student showcases, performances, and campus events.
* Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective instructional practice.### Family Engagement
* Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, classroom expectations, and artistic development.
* Conduct parent-teacher conferences and maintain positive partnerships with families.
* Support family engagement through school events, student art exhibitions, conferences, and ongoing communication.##

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
* Valid teaching certification in Art, Fine Arts, Elementary Education, or a related subject area;
** OR
* ** Bachelor's degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, Education, or a related field;
** OR
* ** Minimum of three (3) years of K–8 teaching experience.

Additionally, candidates must:
* Demonstrate strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.
* Show commitment to serving Title I schools and multilingual learner communities.
* Utilize data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
* Demonstrate professionalism, collaboration, flexibility, and initiative.
* Pass required background checks and obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.## Compensation & BenefitsAMS offers a…