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Leman Academy of Excellence

Public charter K-8 school with preschool

Teacher

Full-Time
$21.25/hr
Mid
Bachelor's
Oro Valley, AZ, USA
In Person
EducationK-12 Teaching

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or an Arizona or other state Teaching Certificate is required.
  • A DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card and background and criminal history clearance are required.
  • First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification is required.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of the Common Core Standards, also known as the Arizona College and Career Ready Standards, or willingness to learn them is required.
  • The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, and co-workers is required.
  • A strong commitment to promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment, is required.
  • The ability to operate office equipment such as a fax machine, copier, and computer is required.
  • The position requires dependability, responsibility, flexibility, adaptability, initiative, resourcefulness, timely accurate work, prioritization, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • The position requires sensitivity and tact when dealing with others, willingness to accept direction and constructive criticism, cooperation with colleagues and departments, adherence to school policies and safety rules, and a professional appearance.
  • The position requires organization, time management, follow-up, collaboration, and maintaining a professional environment.
  • The position requires maintaining confidentiality under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
Responsibilities
  • Instruct scholars using the classical model of learning.
  • Establish and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior and maintain order among assigned scholars.
  • Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet scholars' varying needs and interests.
  • Conduct balanced instructional activities involving instruction, demonstration, questions, and work time to engage scholars in rigorous academic content.
  • Instruct scholars using whole-class, small-group, leveled-group, and individual approaches with techniques including Explicit and Systematic Instruction, Direct Instruction, Socratic Teaching, Cooperative Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Discovery Learning.
  • Provide disabled scholars with assistive devices, supportive technology, and daily living skills instruction.
  • Read books to entire classes or small groups.
  • Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance with challenging tasks.
  • Guide and counsel scholars with social adjustment, academic, or special-interest problems.
  • Provide materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use in learning activities and imaginative play.
  • Enforce administrative policies and rules governing scholars.
  • Use computers, audiovisual aids, equipment, and materials to supplement presentations.
  • Instruct and monitor scholars in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
  • Organize and lead activities promoting scholars' physical, mental, and social development, including games, arts and crafts, music, narration, and storytelling.
  • Assist with hall and cafeteria monitoring and supervise scholar drop-off and pick-up.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preference for applicants who hold an Arizona Teaching Certificate.

About the company

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Leman Academy of Excellence

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Leman Academy of Excellence runs public charter schools for grades K-8 in Arizona and Colorado, offering tuition-free education with open admission policies. It also operates tuition-based preschool programs at select locations. The curriculum emphasizes academics plus character education inspired by Dr. Kevin Leman, funded by public charter dollars with additional revenue from preschool programs. Its goal is to help students grow academically and morally in a positive, engaging learning environment.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

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Headquarters

Tucson, Arizona

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • 2026-2027 enrollment remains open across Arizona and Colorado, supporting continued demand.
  • Colorado second-round open enrollment runs through August 3, 2026, extending recruiting time.
  • Preschool operates 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, strengthening family convenience and retention.

What critics are saying

  • June 2025 Colorado audit showed negative net position and $70.2 million long-term liabilities.
  • Bayou Gulch growth masks balance-sheet strain; pension and building debt pressure persist in 2026.
  • Any enrollment decline in Arizona or Douglas County threatens campus utilization and loan coverage.

What makes Leman Academy of Excellence unique

  • Tuition-free K-8 charter model with open admission across Arizona and Colorado.
  • Classical education positioning and character formation create a distinct parent brand.
  • Preschool add-ons at select campuses diversify revenue beyond state charter funding.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Long and Short Term Disability