Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Position:Middle School Social Studies TeacherType:PublicLocation:UrbanJob ID:133947County:East MaricopaPosted:May 04, 2026Contact Information:Balsz School District4825 E Roosevelt StPhoenix, Arizona 85008District WebsiteContact:Haidee RuizPhone: 602-629-6461Fax:District EmailJob Description:JOB DESCRIPTION: Certified TeacherJob Title: Certified TeacherReports to: PrincipalSupervises: StudentsQualifications:Possesses or qualifies for appropriate Arizona Teacher Certificate.Possesses special area endorsements as required by state and/or federal regulations or District policy and procedures.Possesses and maintains appropriate documentation to be named Highly Qualified in current assignmentPossesses and maintains fingerprint clearance card administered by the Department of Public SafetyDemonstrates knowledge in subject areasPossesses comprehensive background in child development, instructional strategies, curriculum, learning theory and effective schools researchEssential Functions:Accounts for student growth consistent with District objectivesEffectively manages groups of studentsWorks cooperatively with administration and staff to meet educational needs of the studentsProvides effective instruction to students consistent with District Goals and ObjectivesDevelops procedures for assessing and evaluating student progress on stated objectivesModifies instruction for students at a variety of learning levelsUses current research to most effectively organize classroomHelps students develop positive self-esteemPlans, implements and evaluates instructional programs appropriate for areas of assignment and student populationSupports and implements established District discipline programsBecomes aware of and follows the policies and procedures of the school and DistrictSpecifies objectives, teaching procedures, content, materials and assessment procedures for lessonsDifferentiates instruction and techniques based on student abilities and learning stylesObtains and uses information about students and seeks assistance from specialistsGives directions and explanation related to lessonUses student responses and questions in teachingProvides student feedback throughout lessonUses acceptable written and oral expressionUses logically sequenced lessons utilizing a variety of effective and appropriate teaching methodsUses instructional time effectively, while also attending to routine tasksMaintains an attractive and stimulating learning environmentCommunicates enthusiasm, while demonstrating warmth and friendlinessDemonstrates sensitivity to needs and feelings of studentsManages disruptive behavior and maintains positive classroom environmentWorks cooperatively with colleagues, administrators, parents and community membersParticipates in ongoing professional growth activitiesAssists in accomplishing school goalsRegular and punctual attendance required to meet essential functions of job responsibilities.Performs other duties as assignedPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required bythis job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.How to Apply:Applications can be obtained from the Balsz School District via our website at www.balsz.org. District employees applying for this position are required to submit an application on the website.* The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and isn't an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Balsz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Other: