Teacher ELA, Creighton Elementary School District

Position:

Teacher ELA

Type:

Public

Location:

Urban

Job ID:

135572

County:

East Maricopa

Posted:

August 28, 2026

Contact Information:

Creighton Elementary School District

2702 E Flower St

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

District Website

Contact:

Human Resources

Phone: 602-381-6000

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Responsible for teaching students in subjects as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a professional level classification responsible for teaching grades and subjects as

assigned, excluding STEM and Special or Gifted Education. Provides motivation; establishes

rapport with students; teaches District-approved curriculum; instructs students in basic subjectmatter and citizenship; develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individual

and group instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level

and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time

depending on the District's needs.

• In-person attendance is an essential function of this classification unless assigned to virtual

school

• Based upon assignment, prepares and delivers instruction appropriate to the student

population including differentiated curriculum to address learning styles, behavior

problems, and students with special needs; determines instruction techniques, strategies,

and methods; schedules activities;

• Develops and implements curriculum including determination of instructional resource use

and delivery; and/or functions as a Teacher Specialist serving as a dedicated resource for

addressing specialized needs in areas such as math, literacy, technology, prevention,

curriculum, and library management;

• Based upon assignment, develops specialized curriculum across the District and/or plans

for differentiated curriculum for and instruction of special needs students across content

areas including making adaptations and determining instructional strategies with

collaboration of other teachers, sign language, and other interpreters, administrators and

allied health providers; and writes and modifies curriculum content within the context of

both classroom teaching and dedicated services provided by Teacher Specialists;

• As assigned, develops, reviews, revises and implements Individual Education Plans (I.E.P.s);

evaluates student behavior and performance including attendance and other record

keeping; supervises students in school settings and provides feedback to parents,

counselors, administrators, and health providers; plans and shares curriculum; and designs

and delivers in-service training;

• As assigned, performs clerical duties such as copying, cutting, laminating, filing, word

processing, data entry, and ordering and delivering materials and assists with hygiene

needs of students;

• As assigned, prepares classrooms and other educational settings for instruction and

coaching including creating bulletin boards, storing materials and disassembling and

cleaning as necessary; coordinates technology and equipment including troubleshooting

problems and cleaning equipment; and prepares brochures and other written material to

support program implementation, student learning and/or staff development;

• As assigned, reviews and researches curricula; designed staff development programs;

develops and manages budgets and expenditures; and coordinates special peer

coaching and mentoring programs;

• As assigned, participates in school and learning-related extracurricular activities; assists in

the review, adoption and maintenance of District materials; trains staff on the use of

programs, models, technologies, and other materials; and coordinates career ladder

programs and evaluation; and,

• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, recommendations, and

statutes.

• District policies, procedures, organization structure and school requirements.
• Subject matter expertise in area of assignment.
• Behavior management techniques.
• Teaching principles and practices.
• Individual Educations Plans (I.E.P.s) and assessment tools.
• Child development.
• Safety procedures.

SKILLS

• Working under pressure to meet timelines and handling multiple and changing priorities.
• Teaching, designing instructional curriculum and materials and providing educational

leadership.

• Managing behavioral problems.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Customer service and public relations.
• Counseling, conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes, and policies.
• Use of a variety of computer-based technologies and other equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the

course of work; demonstrating tact, diplomacy and patience.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in education and/or field of teaching expertise; or an equivalent

combination of directly-related education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate and appropriate endorsements for content or grade

level of instruction.

• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).

Other:

Our Beliefs: A Guide for Our Actions

We Believe In:

• Loving each child as our own.
• Mindful, curious, and adventurous learning.
• Safe schools that nurture mind, body, and spirit.
• High expectations that promote academic growth.
• The strength that comes from the diversity of our community.

Our Vision:

Creighton neighborhood schools inspire adventurous thinkers, collaborative learners, and

kind-hearted leaders.

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