AMS Schools

AMS Schools

Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teachers (2026-2027 School Year) Multiple Campuses

Phoenix, Arizona · Full-time

No sponsorship$48k-$55kDetected 27 days ago
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About the role

  • 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 hiring Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teachers for immediate openings at three of our Phoenix-area campuses: AMS Flower, AMS Desert Sky, and AMS Peoria Advanced.
  • These full-time positions begin July 20, 2026, for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks.
  • Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
  • Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional planning and targeted interventions.
  • Develop students' reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills.
  • Classroom Culture & Student Support
  • Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
  • Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to continuously improve instructional practices.
  • Conduct parent-teacher conferences and build strong partnerships with families.

Requirements

  • Pass all required background checks.
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, or a related field;
  • OR a valid Arizona teaching certificate in a relevant subject area;
  • OR a minimum of three (3) years of K-12 teaching experience.

Nice to have

  • SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training (preferred but not required).

Skills

  • Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.
  • Support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
  • Participate in weekly professional development and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
  • Contribute to school-wide initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and achievement.

Compensation

  • Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.89 annually (DOE)
  • AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.
  • Competitive salary based on experience

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
  • Optional vision coverage
  • Stipend opportunities for tutoring and extracurricular leadership

This listing is sourced directly from AMS Schools's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.