Elementary School Teacher, 1st grade

“Where passion and excellence unite.”

Sonoran Science Academy, an A-rated STEM Charter School, is looking for dedicated teachers who are passionate about student learning, as well as the ability to impact the whole child through inspiring lessons, staff leadership of student extracurricular activities, continuous professional growth and collaboration among staff.

Sonoran Schools has led science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) K-12 education since 2001. With schools in the greater Phoenix and Tucson metro areas, our commitment is to provide a superior academic environment accessible to a diverse population. Through a comprehensive, integrated STEM curriculum and abundant extracurricular opportunities, we instill a life-long love of learning and an understanding of each individual's responsibility to be a productive member of society.

We are committed to nurturing and supporting a school community where students are inspired and continuous professional growth and collaboration among staff are encouraged. We challenge and help our professionals to grow their curriculum and to challenge themselves to become even better educators.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions for the 2024-2025 school year:

· Elementary (1st Grade)

Successful teacher candidates will meet the following requirements:

Bachelors’ degree

• Arizona Teacher Certificate (preferred)
• Must have a bachelor’s degree (preferably elementary education, or early
• childhood)
• Highly Qualified through AEPA/NES testing or equivalent
• Current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must be eligible to work in the US

We have an outstanding medical package with employer contributions, vision, and dental coverage. Life insurance and short and long-term disability plans are also available. We also offer a 401K plan with a 13 % employer match, including pre-tax and ROTH options.

Sonoran Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disabilities, marital status, genetic information, or Veteran Status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Charter school

Ability to Relocate:

• Tucson, AZ 85741: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person