Kindergarten Teacher (AMS Glendale) 25-26 SY

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science

Kindergarten Teacher

Start: ASAP
Location: 4540 West Glendale Avenue Glendale AZ 85301

Schedule: Full time, On-Site

Compensation Range: $48,331.25 - $54,571.89 (DOE)

Position Overview

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 seeking a passionate, data-driven Kindergarten Teacher to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and build strong foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills.

AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels through structured instruction, strong classroom culture, and consistent data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Achievement

Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned 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 interventions.
Build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities.
Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders to continuously improve teaching practices.
Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Family Engagement

Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
Lead parent-teacher conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or relevant content area)
OR
Valid Arizona teaching certification in a relevant subject area
OR
Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience

Additionally, candidates must:

Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Show commitment to serving Title I and multilingual communities
Demonstrate strong analytical skills and a data-driven instructional mindset
Exhibit collaboration, professionalism, and initiative in a team-based environment

Compensation & Benefits

AMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional growth and long-term career success.