(South Mountain) 6th Math Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 SY (July Start)

Job Description

Job Description

6th Math Grade Teacher

Location: South Mountain

Employment Type : Full-Time, Contract

Salary Range: $46,000-$52,000 annually

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY

You are an enthusiastic team player looking to grow your career with an expanding organization. You are passionate about mathematics and dedicated to helping students build strong foundational skills, logical reasoning, and confidence in problem-solving. You love working with students, families, and colleagues, and you thrive in a fast-paced school environment. You are a highly qualified, motivated self-starter who collaborates effectively, seeks solutions to challenges, and demonstrates leadership in your classroom.

As the 6th Grade Math Teacher , you will:

• Provide mathematics instruction aligned to Arizona State Standards for middle school.
• Prepare and deliver engaging, grade-level appropriate math lessons in areas such as ratios and proportional reasoning, expressions and equations, geometry, statistics, and pre-algebra concepts.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, abilities, and interests of middle school students.
• Utilize school-adopted systems of practice for curriculum, instruction, and assessment including, but not limited to: Beyond Textbooks, Spalding (as applicable for cross-curricular literacy support), data submission processes, and testing protocols.
• Use data-driven instruction to monitor student mastery and adjust pacing, reteach concepts, and provide targeted intervention or enrichment.
• Assess student progress toward learning targets and provide timely, constructive feedback to students, parents/guardians, and administration.
• Integrate instructional technology, digital platforms, and mathematical tools to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Foster mathematical discourse by encouraging students to explain reasoning, justify solutions, and collaborate effectively.
• Establish consistent classroom routines and procedures that promote a structured, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Effectively implement student goals outlined in 504 Plans and IEPs.
• Participate in grade-level and school-wide professional learning activities.
• Document and proactively address issues related to student behavior and/or attendance.
• Reflect continually on instructional practices to improve student achievement in mathematics.
• Supervise students in accordance with state laws and school policies.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by the school and law.
• Participate in school-wide events, meetings, and parent conferences.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

CORE VALUES/PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:

• Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a strong belief that all middle school students can succeed in mathematics.
• Be responsible, flexible, reliable, and punctual.
• Willingness to adapt to change and instructional feedback.
• Positively accept direction from supervisors.
• Exercise effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Adhere to the dress code, policies, and procedures outlined in the Teacher Handbook.
• Maintain student and staff confidentiality.
• Act as a positive role model for students and staff.
• Show respect and dignity for cultural differences.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of middle school mathematics content (6th-8th grade standards).
• Ability to clearly explain abstract mathematical concepts in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Skilled in analyzing assessment data to inform instruction.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret curriculum guides, assessment data, and instructional materials.
• Write in a coherent and professional manner.
• Present mathematical concepts clearly to students and families.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• CPR/First Aid Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Arizona Teaching Certificate, or Reciprocal Out-Of-State Certificate
• Master's Degree or higher
• 1 year of teaching experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Positions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, fingering, standing, walking, pushing, reaching, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Employees must be subject to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Employees must be able to physically manage a classroom with small children ensuring the safety of the children at all times.

ABOUT US

Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale, Glendale, and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students began learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

At SVA, we offer smaller class sizes (for teacher postings), competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits, life insurance and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes.

BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.

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