ESS Teacher 2026-2027 SY

POSITION TITLE:  TEACHER

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• As set by Arizona State Certification Authorities
• Potential to perform as an exemplary teacher         

REPORTS TO:  Principal/Supervisor

JOB GOAL:  To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual,

                        emotional and psychological growth and maturity.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Professional Learning Community (PLC) Collaboration
  Serve as an active and responsive member of content-area and department Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), collaborating to analyze student data, refine instructional practices, and improve student outcomes.
• Standards-Based Instruction & Curriculum Alignment
  Design and deliver standards-based lessons aligned to Arizona State Standards, including development and implementation of Scope & Sequence documents and Curriculum Maps to ensure instructional coherence and rigor.
• Teacher Clarity & Purposeful Instruction
  Demonstrate Teacher Clarity by providing explicit learning intentions, success criteria, and purposeful instruction, so students understand what they are learning, why it matters, and how to demonstrate mastery.
• Differentiated Instruction for Diverse Learners
  Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs of all student populations, including advanced learners, students with disabilities, and English language learners.
• Effective Communication & Partnership
  Communicate effectively and professionally with families, students, and colleagues regarding student progress, academic expectations, and school initiatives.
• Instructional Coaching & Continuous Improvement
  Seek, reflect on, and apply instructional feedback; actively participate in coaching cycles and embed best practices into daily instruction to continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Professional Growth & Development
  Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities and implement new learning to challenge personal practice, support school goals, and promote student achievement.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times.
• Assumes legal responsibility for supervision of students.
• Assumes individual responsibilities, which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor, which relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments.
• Follows established Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
• Arrives promptly at contracted time before school begins and stays until contracted time after school dismisses.
• Submits required paperwork on time. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, Paradise Schools policy, and administrative regulation.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as Paragon Management may from time to time assign.

***CTE Teachers:

• Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Advisor

Lead and manage the school's Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) program by recruiting and mentoring student members, preparing students for competitions and leadership events, coordinating meetings and service projects, supervising travel and event participation, maintaining required documentation and compliance, managing budgets and fundraising efforts, and fostering student leadership, professionalism, and career readiness aligned to CTE program standards.

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND STRENGTHS:

• Proactive self-starter.  A strong sense of taking the initiative, moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and /or how to do it.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast-paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while remaining humble; avoid excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self, and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Always looking for more.  More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step or opportunity.
• Sound judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact  of  your words and actions.

THESE STATEMENTS SHOULD TRULY RESONATE WITH YOU:

• "Yes, that is possible.  Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."
• "I am not sure, but I will find out for you."
• "I have not done that before, but I can do it."

CONTRACT LENGTH:  Per Paradise Schools calendar

EVALUATION:  Annually at a minimum by Principal or Assistant Principal