High School Teacher - Digital Art
Maricopa Unified School District #20
DESERT SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL - Maricopa, Arizona
This job is also posted in Maricopa Unified School District #20
Job Details
Job ID:5710914
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Jul 20, 2026
Job Description
POSITION: High School Teacher
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt - 187 or 189 Day Contract
SALARY: Approved Certified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
REPORTS TO: School Principal
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Teaches age-appropriate subject matter based on State Standards to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of best practice teaching strategies
Knowledge of best practices in classroom management
Knowledge of data assessment and disaggregation
Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
Knowledge of district rules of conduct and ethics
Knowledge of relevant Governing Board Policies
Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
Professional communication skills effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; and maintain emotional control under stress.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement consistent with assignment
Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
EPI assessment
Teacher Screening Interview
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: ...
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: ...
Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org
Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$57,000 Per Year
Maricopa Unified School District #20
DESERT SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL - Maricopa, Arizona
This job is also posted in Maricopa Unified School District #20
Job Details
Job ID:5710914
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Jul 20, 2026
Job Description
POSITION: High School Teacher
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt - 187 or 189 Day Contract
SALARY: Approved Certified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
REPORTS TO: School Principal
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Teaches age-appropriate subject matter based on State Standards to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of best practice teaching strategies
Knowledge of best practices in classroom management
Knowledge of data assessment and disaggregation
Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
Knowledge of district rules of conduct and ethics
Knowledge of relevant Governing Board Policies
Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
Professional communication skills effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; and maintain emotional control under stress.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement consistent with assignment
Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
EPI assessment
Teacher Screening Interview
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: ...
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: ...
Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org
Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$57,000 Per Year
Job ID: 521061636
Originally Posted on: 5/13/2026
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