Middle School Humanities Teacher-1 (AMS Power) 26-27

AMS Schools•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$48,331 - $54,572•Onsite

About The Position

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 and dedicated Middle School Humanities Teacher (Grades 5–8) to join our team at the AMS Power Campus in Mesa for the 2026–2027 school year. The Middle School Humanities Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging instruction in English Language Arts, reading comprehension, writing, and social studies, while helping scholars develop strong critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills. The ideal candidate will create a structured and academically rigorous classroom environment that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. AMS teachers are collaborative professionals who believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels through strong instructional practices, high expectations, and data-informed teaching.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Elementary Education, English, History, Social Studies, 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
Plus: SEI Endorsement or completion of 45 hours of SEI training is required to be considered for the role
Additionally, candidates must:
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Pass required background checks and obtain an IVP Level One 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

Responsibilities

Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction aligned with AMS curriculum and Arizona academic standards.
Teach core humanities subjects including English Language Arts, reading, writing, and social studies.
Differentiate instruction to support students performing above and below grade level.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instructional planning.
Implement instructional strategies that strengthen critical thinking, reading comprehension, writing, and analytical skills.
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment.
Implement PBIS and proactive classroom management strategies.
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
Encourage scholars to set high expectations for themselves and develop strong learning habits.
Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities (PLCs).
Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and school leadership to strengthen instructional practices.
Use student performance data to support instructional improvement and intervention planning.
Contribute to school-wide systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic expectations.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and support strong home–school partnerships.
Provide families with resources and strategies to support student learning.