Adult High School Teacher - English Language Arts

Position Description: 
Teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of The Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. Facilitates learning for students attending The Excel Center, meeting students where they are. Uses a student-centered approach effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual student's needs approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, and self-paced lessons. Uses high-impact instructional practices and motivational techniques. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards; builds lessons around student needs, including an alternatively-paced environment.
• Facilitates classroom assessments that measure progress toward academic standards; be accountable for student’s mastery of Arizona Academic Standards.
• Tracks and analyzes classroom data; uses attendance and assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
• Focuses constantly on student learning; thinks critically and strategically to respond to specific student learning needs across ability levels.
• Participates in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student orientation.
• Communicates student progress effectively with students and colleagues; collaborates with team members to ensure student success.
• Works with coaches and leadership to support students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
• Attends all team and professional development meetings.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
   

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in subject specialty required, with a minimum of 2 years teaching experience post licensing preferred
• Current Arizona Teaching Certification in subject specialty, dual licensure preferred; mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects
• Experience working with high school age students in urban, nontraditional, and/or in adult education setting highly preferred
• Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Google applications, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Internet Explorer applications
• Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred
• Must be accessible for school events, open houses, recruitment events, and fairs
•  Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and fingerprint clearance, where applicable for position

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 5 Medical Plans
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 3 Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401K
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona  at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or leaves@goodwillaz.org  if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.