Teacher - 2nd Grade - Eisenhower Center for Innovation 2026-2027
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Teacher – 2nd Grade – Eisenhower Center for Innovation 2026-2027
Mesa USD 4 Eisenhower Center for Innovation, Mesa, Arizona
Position Type
Employment Type:
Full-time
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Compensation
Base Salary:
$55,386 per year
Benefits:
Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
$500 for each full‑time year of certified teaching or verified experience
New Hire Education:
$65/hr for graduate credits: BA +45 hrs max, MA +60 hrs max; $1,000 for advanced degrees
Alternate certification:
Available with a bachelor’s degree
Job Summary
The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirectly through special area assignments. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
Utilize a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
Consider individual learning needs and abilities of students in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents.
Use district‑adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation.
Incorporate higher‑level thinking strategies and real‑life applications into lesson planning.
Create instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and methods of instruction.
Use available technology or instructional media to enhance students’ learning experiences.
Continuously and accurately collect student achievement data using a variety of tools (tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists) and use this information to make instructional and management decisions that positively impact student achievement.
Establish, support, and administer positive classroom management in accordance with regulations.
Establish positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
Work with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student.
Produce, utilize, and maintain student records relating to achievement, attendance, and discipline.
Provide a positive and safe environment conducive to learning.
Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
Communicate an expectation of success for all students.
Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Arizona Teaching Certification.
Prior teaching experience.
Associate teacher, student teaching, or practicum experience.
Skills & Competencies
Models attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, and students.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with parents and school personnel at all levels.
Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates conscientious, responsible behavior.
Appropriately communicates and interacts with other staff in academic planning and school committee work.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and extracurricular/school‑related activities and committees.
Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Traditional setup with desks, whiteboards, and digital tools like projectors or interactive televisions.
Teachers may supervise students in hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and outdoor spaces.
Normal 8‑hour workday; parent‑teacher conferences, professional development, and extracurricular activities may extend work hours.
Engaging with diverse students, managing classroom behavior, and addressing learning differences.
Teachers often spend long hours standing and walking around the classroom or school premises.
May need to lift books, teaching materials, and classroom supplies usually under 20 lbs., but sometimes more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
Application Information
Job ID:
5651202
Application Deadline:
Apr 28, 2026 11:59 PM Mountain Standard Time
Re‑Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 6:00 AM UTC
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Mesa USD 4 Eisenhower Center for Innovation, Mesa, Arizona
Position Type
Employment Type:
Full-time
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Compensation
Base Salary:
$55,386 per year
Benefits:
Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
$500 for each full‑time year of certified teaching or verified experience
New Hire Education:
$65/hr for graduate credits: BA +45 hrs max, MA +60 hrs max; $1,000 for advanced degrees
Alternate certification:
Available with a bachelor’s degree
Job Summary
The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirectly through special area assignments. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all students.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
Utilize a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
Consider individual learning needs and abilities of students in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents.
Use district‑adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation.
Incorporate higher‑level thinking strategies and real‑life applications into lesson planning.
Create instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and methods of instruction.
Use available technology or instructional media to enhance students’ learning experiences.
Continuously and accurately collect student achievement data using a variety of tools (tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists) and use this information to make instructional and management decisions that positively impact student achievement.
Establish, support, and administer positive classroom management in accordance with regulations.
Establish positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
Work with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student.
Produce, utilize, and maintain student records relating to achievement, attendance, and discipline.
Provide a positive and safe environment conducive to learning.
Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns.
Communicate an expectation of success for all students.
Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Arizona Teaching Certification.
Prior teaching experience.
Associate teacher, student teaching, or practicum experience.
Skills & Competencies
Models attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, and students.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with parents and school personnel at all levels.
Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates conscientious, responsible behavior.
Appropriately communicates and interacts with other staff in academic planning and school committee work.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and extracurricular/school‑related activities and committees.
Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Traditional setup with desks, whiteboards, and digital tools like projectors or interactive televisions.
Teachers may supervise students in hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and outdoor spaces.
Normal 8‑hour workday; parent‑teacher conferences, professional development, and extracurricular activities may extend work hours.
Engaging with diverse students, managing classroom behavior, and addressing learning differences.
Teachers often spend long hours standing and walking around the classroom or school premises.
May need to lift books, teaching materials, and classroom supplies usually under 20 lbs., but sometimes more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
Application Information
Job ID:
5651202
Application Deadline:
Apr 28, 2026 11:59 PM Mountain Standard Time
Re‑Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 6:00 AM UTC
#J-18808-Ljbffr