JOB: Scottsdale, AZ

Main Purpose of the Role

Promote and nurture the education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students. Keep parents informed of student progress and potential concerns on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Educates students by planning and developing course of study consistent with guidelines emphasizing writing mastery, problem solving, critical thinking and high-order reasoning.
• Current technology courses for the 2019-2020 school year: 
• Web Design 
• Coding 
• Podcasting 
• Information Technology 
• Robotics 
• Computer Science 
• Yearbook 
• Tailors course of study and develops Personalized Learning Plans (PLP) to accommodate differing levels of academic ability and previous achievement. Customize the classroom by providing differentiated instruction
• Develops and presents lesson plans by using a variety of techniques, including lectures, group discussions, projects, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet.
• Creates and supports a positive learning environment through selection of learning materials, development of functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
• Consistently monitors student achievement through formal and informal assessment both summative and formative (i.e. test, quiz, learning log, etc.).
• Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to school and policies.
• Identifies and addresses potential behavioral concerns by notifying and/or consulting with appropriate professionals if evidence of learning disabilities, drug or alcohol abuse, problems of social adjustment, or child abuse is present.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy educational environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with school, and legal regulations.
• Maintains thorough and detailed records of student progress and achievement. 
• Keeps parents informed of all elements of student development including academic performance, attendance, and social acclimation via formal and informal communication methods such as parent-teacher conferences, both regularly scheduled and as-needed.
• Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school and demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Collaborates with school staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to school requirements.
• Provides student support services by monitoring halls, study periods, playground and lunchroom.
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
• Attends and participates in staff development programs, faculty events and meetings, and serves on staff committees as required (i.e. teacher in-service days).

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (preferred) 

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required) 

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off 
• Health insurance 
• Dental insurance 
• Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs 
• Other types of insurance 
• Retirement benefits or accounts 
• Class size: 16-25 

 

Rancho Solano Preparatory School
9180 E. Via de Ventura | Scottsdale, AZ 85258
T: 480.646.8200  

 

Christopher Brown <christopher.e.brown@gmail.com>