Jobs in Yuma, AZ

About the role

Harvest Preparatory Academy is a public charter school serving PreK-12. HPA is dedicated to providing students a dynamic academic program of student centered instruction in a college preparatory setting. We are currently accepting applications/resumes for the position of Highly Qualified and SEI endorsed Teachers for our 2026-2027 school year.  DUTIES • Prepare lesson plans and instruct students in accordance with established curriculum and student need. • Assess student needs and performance. • Develop, implement and evaluate daily lesson plans, to include scheduled activities and materials. • Modify instruction to meet the needs of each child. • Plan, organize and display classroom materials appropriate to curricular activities. • Uses and implement classroom management techniques to maintain organization, orderliness, student safety, and a productive learning environment. • Plans instruction and implement instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students. • Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities. • Make necessary provisions to meet learning needs. • Ensure parents and students are informed of methods of evaluation used in the classroom. • Inform parents of student progress and school activities. • Advise parents of instructional methods that may assist student. • Participates as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities for students, consistent with district and school education objectives. • Notify site administrator of the special needs of students who display characteristics that vary from the norm. • Collaborate with specialists as needed to assist students. • Observe behavior of children in the classroom and on the playground. • May monitor the activities of a teacher assistant and classroom volunteers.  QUALIFICATIONS: • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, passing score on AEPA in subject area, 45 SEI Credit hours, and a valid fingerprint clearance card. • General knowledge of curriculum and instruction. • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. • Must be able to work cooperatively with all members of the staff and communicate effectively with parents. • At least one year of field experience (student teaching) or approved internship. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND ITEMS: If selected for an Interview the following items will be required before your interview date: • Resume with minimum 3 references • School transcripts (Unofficial transcripts for interview purposes will be accepted) • Any certifications • A formal lesson plan on any subject and a video of you teaching a class.

What you'll bring

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, passing score on AEPA in subject area, 45 SEI Credit hours, and a valid fingerprint clearance card.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work cooperatively with all members of the staff and communicate effectively with parents.
• At least one year of field experience (student teaching) or approved internship.
• Resume with minimum 3 references
• School transcripts (Unofficial transcripts for interview purposes will be accepted)
• Any certifications
• A formal lesson plan on any subject and a video of you teaching a class.