Teacher, Specials

Orange Grove School

TYPE: Certified STATUS: Exempt

SALARY RANGE: Teacher Salary Assignment (Base Level 1 starting at $43,698 thru Level X $64,395) DOE, recognize up to 12 years experience – 9 month position, Full Benefit Package.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

WORK CALENDAR: 191.5 Days

START DATE: July 2026

Under limited supervision, provides educational instruction in assigned area(s) of specialty, grade and program level in compliance with approved academic standards and curriculum for Somerton Elementary School District.

• Coordinates, prioritizes and schedules the daily instructional activities and functions for assigned grade, program or specialty area; maintains and updates student records.
• Prepares daily lesson plans and classroom activity centers; teaches and assesses current skills; follows established curriculum.
• Researches, gathers and creates supplemental materials; partners and coordinates instruction with outside resources.
• Monitors student activities before and after school, during recess/playground and lunch; monitors Instructional Assistants; grades homework, classwork and tests.
• Sets up and meets with parents to discuss or develop programs; develops and implements behavioral and educational programs with multidisciplinary team.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the Somerton Elementary School District rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of age/subject appropriate educational materials, curriculum standards, classroom discipline and behavioral management methods.
• Knowledge of principles of confidential and regulatory school records and files management practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory and training practices and procedures.
• Skill in gathering, planning and developing age, ability level, subject‑specific materials and lesson plans.
• Skill in restraining out-of-control students and implementing behavioral modification programs.
• Skill in implementing educational curriculum, standards and licensing requirements for assigned program.
• Skill in written and oral communications.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Work performed in both indoor and outdoor environments; requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting and/or carrying up to 30 pounds. May need to restrain students with behavioral problems, change clothing and diapers, lift and/or transfer students from wheelchairs to special seating. May be exposed to infectious diseases and body fluid–borne pathogens.

Bachelor’s Degree in area of assignment or specialization. Must possess and maintain Arizona State Department Teacher Certification with endorsement(s) in area(s) of assignment. Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.

SOMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER