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5th Grade Teacher(MASSA) 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson , AZ 85706

  • Company: Amsschools
  • Location: Tucson, Arizona
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Academy of Math and Science (AMS Schools) operates campuses in Arizona, including a Tucson site at 434 W Lerdo Rd. Recent coverage notes Hispanic Heritage Month programming, strong school performance, and network growth such as the Desert Sky campus in Glendale.

Amsschools invites qualified educators to apply for the full-time 5th Grade Teacher(MASSA) 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706 role based in Tucson, Arizona, where dedicated teachers guide elementary learners each school day. This position places you at the heart of classroom instruction and student growth on site at 434 W Lerdo Rd.

About This Position

The 5th Grade Teacher(MASSA) 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706 opening with Amsschools centers on delivering engaging daily instruction in core subjects while fostering a positive classroom community for fifth-grade students in Tucson, Arizona. As a full-time classroom teacher you will support academic progress, social development, and a structured learning environment at this specific campus location. The role focuses on planning purposeful lessons, monitoring individual progress, and partnering with colleagues and families to help students meet grade-level expectations throughout the school year.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver clear, standards-aligned lessons in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies for fifth-grade students
  • Create a well-managed classroom that promotes respect, engagement, and high expectations for every learner
  • Assess student understanding through observations, assignments, and formal measures, then use results to adjust teaching
  • Differentiate instruction so students with varied abilities and needs receive appropriate support and challenge
  • Communicate regularly with families about progress, celebrations, and areas for growth
  • Collaborate with grade-level peers, specialists, and school leaders on curriculum and student success strategies
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavioral notes as required by school procedures
  • Participate in professional learning, staff meetings, and school-wide events that strengthen the educational program

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field from an accredited institution
  • Valid Arizona teaching certificate or eligibility for certification with elementary authorization
  • Proven ability to plan lessons and manage a fifth-grade classroom effectively
  • Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum standards and age-appropriate instructional methods
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills that support student learning and family partnerships
  • Commitment to equity, positive behavior support, and creating an inclusive classroom climate
  • Willingness to work full time on site in Tucson, Arizona at the 434 W Lerdo Rd campus

Working at Amsschools

Amsschools is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment where teachers collaborate to serve students in Tucson, Arizona.

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Working in Tucson, Pima County

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The role is in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. Arizona is a landlocked Southwestern state bordering Mexico’s Sonora and Baja California, plus Nevada, California, and the Four Corners states—see Wikipedia on Arizona. Expect an on-site elementary campus schedule, not remote work.

Arizona is a landlocked state in the Southwestern United States, sharing the Four Corners region with Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. It also borders Nevada to the northwest and California to the west, and shares an international border with the Mexican states of Sonora and Baja California to the south and southwest. Its capital and largest city is Phoenix, which is the most populous state capital

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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2%via World Bank

Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3%via FRED

National quits rate: 1.9%via FRED (BLS JOLTS)

GDP per capita in US: $90,027via World Bank

Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank

Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank

Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800via OECD

Cost of living in Arizona: 0.7% above the national averagevia BEA

Median household income in Pima County: $67,929via US Census ACS / Data USA

Average commute time in Pima County: 24 minvia US Census ACS / Data USA

Most common commute in Pima County: Drove Alone (69%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA

Households with home internet in Pima County: 92%via US Census ACS / Data USA

Nearby history: Cordova House, listed 1972 (90m away) — via National Register of Historic Places

Typical climate: average high 83°F / low 58°F year-round (summers around 98°F, winters around 42°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals

Walkability: Most walkable (17.7/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index

Typical rent nearby: $1,081/mo (1BR) · $1,402/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents

  • Elevation 728m (2,388 ft)

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About this role & career path

Fifth-grade teaching builds classroom leadership, curriculum pacing, and differentiation skills. Experience in a multi-campus math-and-science-focused network can support moves into lead teacher, instructional coaching, or grade-level coordination over time—subject to licensure and openings.

Build the skills for this role

Prioritize classroom management, literacy and math pedagogy for upper elementary, data-informed instruction, and clear family communication. No certification resources or costs were supplied in CERTS for this listing; confirm Arizona teaching certification and any MASSA-specific requirements with the employer.

Be ready to walk through a sample 5th-grade lesson, behavior-support approach, and how you use formative checks. Ask about curriculum, team planning time, and expectations unique to the Tucson MASSA campus.

Strong fit for licensed elementary educators who want on-site work with upper-elementary students in a Tucson AMS campus focused on rigorous academics and school community—not for candidates seeking remote teaching.

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  • Role 5th Grade Teacher(MASSA) 434 W Lerdo Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706
  • Employer Amsschools
  • Location Tucson, Arizona
  • Type Full Time
  • Posted July 13, 2026
  • Apply by 2026-08-12
  • Country context US
  • Overview Full original description on this page (387 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)

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