Teacher- Sixth grade

* Niche.com names Chandler Unified School District as Best School District in AZ 2026Employment Type:Full-timeBase Salary:$58,000.00Calendar:Certified, teachers new to district 203 workdays, returning teachers 201 workdaysBenefits:PTO, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health and life insurance, wellness, professional growth creditPerformance Pay:Available annuallyNew Hire Experience:$400 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experience in the last 10 years, max $2800, National Board Certification $3,000 annuallyNew Hire Education:$1250 for advanced degrees + $80/hour of graduate level credits: BA +96 hours max, MA +96 hours max, $500 for additional advanced degrees beyond Master'sCHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTCLASSIFICATION: CERTIFIEDJOB TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHERCALENDAR: 1960 (NEW TEACHER) OR 1961 (RETURNING TEACHER)SALARY: CERTIFIED TEACHERJob Goal:The Classroom Teacher guides students toward achieving their full potential by transforming district curriculum standards into engaging and meaningful learning experiences. Through effective instruction and specialized assignments, the teacher promotes academic growth and personal development. This role upholds Chandler Unified School District's mission and vision by fostering an equitable, safe, and supportive learning environment that challenges and empowers all learners.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's/Master's DegreeAZ Teaching CertificateAZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance CardSEI endorsement coursework completedAppropriately CertifiedCore Job Functions:Communicates learning goals to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise languagePrepare and deliver instruction appropriate to the student population, including curriculum that addresses learning styles, abilities, interests, behavior problems, and students with special needsCreate lesson plans describing daily learning experiences correlated with approved curriculum and State and District standardsUse available technology to enhance learningUse district and state assessment data to improve instruction and place students in appropriate instructional and intervention programsFacilitate instruction based on current research-based best practicesEffectively implement Individual Education PlansEstablish classroom routines to promote a positive environment conducive to effective instructionParticipate in team reviews concerning the academic progress of low-performing studentsDocument and resolve issues related to student behavior problems and attendanceReflect on teaching and strive to improve professional competenceAssume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activitiesTake necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilitiesMaintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulationParticipate in the intervention process at sitesParticipate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and parent conferencesParticipate in school and District initiativesAssume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignmentsMeet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the District or school siteCore Values:Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.Professional Qualities:Function effectively as a team memberDirect constructive criticism toward improving the districtBe flexible and adaptable to changeExercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skillsEstablish and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parentsPositively accept directionRespond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient mannerAdhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and jobFollow policies, guidelines, procedures, and directivesWork with a large cross-section of people in a professional and culturally competent mannerShare sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basisBe a positive role model for studentsBe responsible, reliable, and punctualPhysical Requirements:Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to perform the essential job functions successfully.Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.Note:The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.Notice of NondiscriminationChandler Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination practices: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Human Resources, 1525 W Frye Rd Chandler AZ 85224, Phone (480)812-7000Aviso de no discriminaciónEl Distrito Escolar Unificado de Chandler es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Prohibimos la discriminación y el acoso de cualquier tipo,y brindamos igualdad de oportunidades de empleo a empleados y solicitantes sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, embarazo, edad, origen nacional, condición de discapacidad, información genética, condición de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.Se ha designado a los siguientes empleados para atender las consultas relacionadas con las prácticas de no discriminación: Coordinador del Título IX, Director de Recursos Humanos, 1525 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224; Teléfono: (480) 812-7000.