Teacher, GR 2

Teacher, GR 2 JobID: 598 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3 Date Posted: 6/18/2026 Location: Ellsworth Elementary School Additional Information: Show/Hide J.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources at hr@jocombs.org. About Us J.O. Combs Unified School District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. If this describes you, continue to learn more about the position below. Position: Teacher, GR 2 Salary Schedule/Base Annual Rate (Subject to Change): $54,540. Additional credit for related years of service and education. Work Calendar: 10 months, 200 days Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week FLSA Status: Exempt Benefits: Eligible for benefits on the first of the month following the new hire date Reports to: Principal Posted Through Date: Until Filled Why Work for Us You will make a difference in children's lives, our future leaders You have school breaks and the summer off from work We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical/prescriptions (we have no cost employee medical options), dental, vision, health savings account match, District paid basic life and accidental death and disability, and other voluntary benefits Arizona State Retirement System benefits About the Role While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will provide sound and consistent instruction to students, modifying curriculum as needed, to support academic growth that enables each student to reach their full potential. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Supports the Mission, Vision, and goals of J.O. Combs Unified School District Promotes and follows the adopted school district philosophy, policies, regulations, and administrative procedures Creates a weekly written lesson plan describing daily learning experiences that are correlated with the objectives in the curriculum guide and/or course outline Maintains the physical environment of the classroom for organization and maximum instructional effectiveness Communicates objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language Uses effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs Implements a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives Uses multiple assessment methods to monitor and assess student progress to adjust instruction and provide feedback on a regular basis to students and their parents. Develops and implements reasonable classroom rules of behavior and procedure in a fair and just manner Diagnoses, instructs, and evaluates specific student needs and seeks assistance from the district Effectively collaborates with department and grade-level teachers Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students' progress and interpret the school program Establishes a…