English & Writing Teacher - 6th Grade

BASIS Mesa is currently seeking enthusiastic and passionate individuals for a 6th Grade English & Writing Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year in Mesa, AZ. Responsibilities Prepare and facilitate subject- and grade-specific lesson plans. Provide higher-level subject instruction in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students. Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is internationally competitive. Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like‑minded professionals. Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten their academic and career success. Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students. Support the execution of non‑instructional functions such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch. Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance. Supervise individual students and/or groups of students. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with another degree). Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter or education. 2+ years teaching/education experience. Essential Functions Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans. Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students. Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is internationally competitive. Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education. Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success. Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students. Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch. Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance. Supervise individual students and/or groups of students. Benefits Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience. Comprehensive benefits package: Employer-paid medical and dental insurance Vision insurance PTO Ability to add dependents 401(k) with partial match that grows over time Employee Assistance Program Childcare savings opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount) Reasonable Accommodation Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Non-Discrimination Statement BASIS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities. BASIS complies fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC, 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr BASIS DC Public Charter School