CAREERS AT ASA

Assistant Principal of Lower School, Grades 5-8 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

The Assistant Principal of Lower School supports the Principal in providing vision and direction to ASA’s 5th-8th grade programs and to the holistic Lower School student experience at ASA. This position is dedicated to equitable access for students to experience ASA’s innovative college preparatory curriculum informed by the performing arts, and models ASA mission and values. The Assistant Principal of Lower School leads the development of a comprehensive middle school academic program, evaluates Lower School academic faculty, and oversees Lower School student academic success as well as supervises student conduct, enforcing requirements documented in the Community Handbook and Student Code of Conduct. The Assistant Principal of Lower School coordinates between the Exceptional Student Services department, Grade Level Team Leaders, the School Social Worker, and the Arts Director. They work closely with the Principal to set and meet goals for the betterment of the Lower School. In the absence of the Principal, this administrator may be required to assume the duties and responsibilities of the Principal.

ASA is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where the enjoyment and benefits of a college preparatory and performing arts education are accessible to the entire community, and where all voices are listened to and valued, regardless of race, gender, and sexual orientation.

This position reports to the Principal and serves on the Senior Leadership Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership 

• Carries out the ASA vision and mission and leads the school toward excellence in all areas.
• Manages the daily functions of the Lower School in accordance with established core values, policies, and procedures.
• Drives the educational objectives of the Lower School as established by the Principal, Executive Director,  and the Board of Directors.
• Promotes a cooperative spirit and shared decision making among stakeholders to enhance the educational and social climate of the school by helping run important school events that serve the school community or promote the school to others.
• Communicates graciously and effectively with students, colleagues, families, and community partners.
• Assists the Principal in interviewing, orienting, and training new faculty and staff.
• Promotes the school wide value of retaining high quality faculty through support, professional development, and community engagement.
• Leads, supports, and evaluates the Lower School Grade Level Team Leaders.
• With guidance and direction from the Principal, collaborates with the school leadership team and the Instructional Coaches to plan and lead a multi-year/ multi-level faculty professional development program to support and guide teachers in ASA’s mission, school policies, and instructional practices.
• Enforces the guidelines and policies in the ASA Community Handbook and collaborates with the other members of the Senior Leadership Team to shape school wide culture, procedures, policies, and initiatives.
• Evaluates and approves curricular, classroom, field trip, club and activity expenditures in accordance with approved budgets.
• Develops the Lower School academic program budgets and advises the Principal and the Executive Director on short and long term financial planning for the programs under their purview.
• Provides guidance and oversight to ASA’s School Social Worker.

Academic Curriculum, Instruction, Support, and Accountability

• Instills and upholds a culture of faculty growth and a love of learning and the arts.
• Evaluates Lower School curriculum with a view of maintaining high academic standards and ensures faculty have access to appropriate curricula and instructional materials aligned with ASA pedagogy. Makes recommendations for changes to the Principal.
• Oversees and collaborates with Instructional Coaches to provide training, support, and systems of accountability for Lower School academic faculty in curriculum and instruction aligned with ASA’s pedagogy.
• Reviews and evaluates lesson plans and ensures that teachers are fulfilling teaching duties at a level of excellence.
• Regularly evaluates classes and assists faculty in identifying and solving problems.
• Conducts informal and formal evaluations and sets annual professional development goals for and with Lower School academic faculty; makes recommendations to the Principal.
• Holds teachers accountable to the guidelines, policies, and professional duties in the Community Handbook, Employee Handbook, and evaluation matrices.
• Ensures that established academic standards, eligibility, and promotion guidelines are maintained.
• Guides Lower School academic faculty in developing curriculum that expands representation to include diverse backgrounds and relevance to modern practices.
• Oversees implementation of standardized tests that quantify ASA’s Lower School academic performance from year to year.
• Analyzes standardized test data with the Instructional Coaches and makes recommendations to the Principal for strengthening the academic program.  
• Leads Lower School faculty in analyzing their class content in relation to grade level and individual student achievement data.
• Oversees and ensures that the faculty under their direction maintain an accurate  gradebook, attendance records, end of year close out procedures, and fulfills professional responsibilities.
• Oversees, guides, and evaluates Instructional Coaches in coordination with the Assistant Principal of the Upper School.
• Coordinates with the Exceptional Student Services department to ensure concerted delivery of services in Lower School academic classes.
• Collaborates with the Arts Director to develop the Lower School master schedule for the year and ensures appropriate student placement in academic classes.
• Oversees the Summer Bridge and Credit Recovery programs for Lower School students.

Lower School Culture and Climate

• Fosters a Lower School climate reflecting ASA’s Mission, Core Values, and the love of learning. 
• Oversees planning and implementation of major Lower School events and activities that foster student connectedness, retention, success, and well-being.
• Assesses the day-to-day activities of the Lower School both in and out of the classroom for alignment with the school mission.
• Be regularly visible and present to Lower School students and faculty throughout the school day, particularly at times of arrival and departure.
• Meets regularly with the Principal to provide assessment of school culture and identify areas that should be improved.
• Provides guidance to teachers to establish an inviting, clean, and orderly classroom environment.
• In collaboration with the Operations Director and leadership team, sets Lower School schedule and calendar and assigns duties to ensure a safe and smooth daily cadence.
• Develops student relationships essential to the integrity of the learning environment.
• Provides training, support, coaching, and accountability to grade level teams for effective implementation of MTSS (Multi Tiered Systems of Support) to include classroom management strategies, behavior and academic  interventions , and parent communication.
• Assists school leadership team in training office staff and faculty in effective implementation of school policies outlined in the Community Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct.
• Trains, evaluates, and retains high quality support staff and selects appropriate community resources to augment site-based programs and support services in conjunction with the School Social Worker. 
• Plans with the Operations Team and the Student Information Coordinator, to provide positive weekly communication to all students and families outlining key dates and events and campus priorities.

Parent Partnership, Student Conduct, and Discipline

• Enthusiastically promotes ASA’s educational model, mission and expectations both to current and prospective families.
• Meets with teachers and parents regarding academic performance, student conduct, and/or support services as needed.
• Manages progressive and equitable student disciplinary procedures to maintain a safe and productive learning environment, keeping a record of any disciplinary action.
• Applies culturally responsive, social, and emotional learning practices to student interventions and discipline.
• Engages with Lower School students and parents about school conduct policies to correct inappropriate behavior, identify student challenges, and to develop and implement behavior intervention strategies that maximize opportunities for success.
• Monitors Lower School tardiness, attendance, and truancy, coordinating with Student Information Coordinator, School Social Worker, and the school leadership team.
• Builds strong relationships with parents through timely and gracious communication.
• Seeks input and feedback from parents about the ASA experience to help evaluate how ASA is achieving its mission and goals.

Additional Duties 

• Works cohesively with the substitute coordinator and leadership team to ensure all classes have appropriate coverage.
• Provides reports to the Board of Directors as requested by the Executive Director.
• Help supervise students before and after school, during lunch and at school events as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven and successful school leadership experience at the Dean/Vice Principal/Assistant Principal level.
• Minimum of 4 years of proven and successful classroom teaching.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics:

• Proficient in the latest versions of Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
• Familiarity with Student Information Systems, Synergy or PowerSchool preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership in curriculum development, program evaluation, systems development staff development, school improvement, and staff supervision and evaluation.
• Experience with student discipline, restorative justice practices, and student services.
• Educational leadership in a similar environment is preferred.
• Strategic thinking and effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and personal integrity.
• Solution focused and works well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times; a command of FERPA, HIPAA, and relevant State laws and requirements preferred.
• Reflective learner who consistently assesses their own work with an analytical eye in order to continuously improve.

Salary and Benefits: 

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Full time position with benefits.
• Member of ASRS.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Assistant Principal of Upper School, Grades 9-12 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

The Assistant Principal of the Upper School assists the Principal in providing vision and direction to ASA’s 9th-12th grade programs and to the holistic Upper School student experience at ASA. This position is dedicated to equitable access for students to experience ASA’s innovative college preparatory curriculum informed by the performing arts, and models ASA mission and values. The Assistant Principal of Upper School leads the development of a comprehensive high school academic program, evaluates Upper School academic faculty, and oversees Upper School student academic success as well as supervises student conduct, enforcing requirements documented in the Community Handbook and Student Code of Conduct. The Assistant Principal of Upper School coordinates between the Exceptional Student Services department, Grade Level Team Leaders, the College Counselor, and the Arts Director.  They work closely with the Principal to set and meet goals for the betterment of the Upper School. In the absence of the Principal, this administrator may be required to assume the duties and responsibilities of the Principal.

ASA is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where the enjoyment and benefits of a college preparatory and performing arts education are accessible to the entire community, and where all voices are listened to and valued, regardless of race, gender, and sexual orientation.

This position reports to the Principal and serves on the Senior Leadership Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership 

• Carries out the ASA vision and mission and leads the school toward excellence in all areas.
• Manages the daily functions of the Upper School in accordance with established core values, policies, and procedures.
• Drives the educational objectives of the Upper School as established by the Principal, Executive Director, and the Board of Directors.
• Promotes a cooperative spirit and shared decision making among stakeholders to enhance the educational and social climate of the school by helping run important school events that serve the school community or promote the school to others.
• Communicates graciously and effectively with students, colleagues, families, and community partners.
• Assists the Principal in interviewing, orienting, and training new faculty and staff.
• Promotes the school wide value of retaining high quality faculty through support, professional development, and community engagement.
• Leads, supports, and evaluates the Upper School Grade Level Team Leaders.
• With guidance and direction from the Principal, collaborates with the school leadership team and the Instructional Coaches to plan and lead a multi-year/ multi-level faculty professional development program to support and guide teachers in ASA’s mission, school policies, and instructional practices.
• Enforces the guidelines and policies in the ASA Community Handbook and collaborates with the other members of the Senior Leadership Team to shape schoolwide culture, procedures, policies, and initiatives.
• Evaluates and approves curricular, classroom, field trip, club and activity expenditures in accordance with approved budgets.
• Develops the Upper School academic program budgets and advises the Principal and the Executive Director on short and long term financial planning for the programs under their purview.
• Provides guidance and oversight to ASA’s College Counselor and cultivates relationships with Arizona Colleges and Universities.
• Liaises with the community college to ensure dual enrollment programs and requirements are fulfilled.

Academic Curriculum, Instruction, Support, and Accountability

• Instills and upholds a culture of faculty growth and a love of learning and the arts.
• Evaluates Upper School curriculum with a view of maintaining high academic standards and ensures faculty have access to appropriate curricula and instructional materials aligned with ASA pedagogy. Makes recommendations for changes to the Principal.
• Oversees and collaborates with Instructional Coaches to provide training, support, and systems of accountability for Upper School academic faculty in curriculum and instruction aligned with ASA’s pedagogy. 
• Reviews and evaluates lesson plans and ensures that teachers are fulfilling teaching duties at a level of excellence.
• Regularly evaluates classes and assists faculty in identifying and solving problems.
• Conducts informal and formal evaluations and sets annual professional development goals for and with Upper School academic faculty; makes recommendations for rehiring and support plans to the Principal.
• Holds teachers accountable to the guidelines, policies, and professional duties in the Community Handbook, Employee Handbook, and evaluation matrices.
• Ensures that academic standards, eligibility, and promotion guidelines are maintained.
• Guides Upper School academic faculty in developing curriculum that expands representation to include diverse backgrounds and relevance to modern practices.
• Oversee implementation of standardized tests that quantify ASA’s Upper School academic performance from year to year.
• Analyzes standardized test data with the Instructional Coaches and makes recommendations to the Principal for strengthening the academic program.  
• Leads Upper School faculty in analyzing class content in relation to grade level and individual student achievement data.
• Oversees and ensures that the faculty under their direction maintain an accurate  gradebook, attendance records, end of year closeout procedures,, and fulfills professional responsibilities.
• Collaborates with the Arts Director to develop the Upper School master schedule for the school year and ensures appropriate student placement in academic classes.
• Oversees, guides and evaluates Instructional Coaches in coordination with the Assistant Principal of the Lower School.
• Works with the College Counselor to ensure that all Upper School students have the proper courses for graduation and college entrance. 
• Coordinates with the Exceptional Student Services department to ensure concerted delivery of services in Upper School academic classes.
• Oversees the Summer School and Credit Recovery programs for Upper School students.

Upper School Culture and Climate

• Fosters an Upper School climate reflecting ASA’s Mission, Core Values, and the love of learning.
• Oversees planning and implementation of major Upper School events, assemblies, clubs, and activities that foster student connectedness, retention, success, and well-being including student orientation and peer mentoring programs. 
• Assesses the day-to-day activities of the Upper School, both in and out of the classroom, for alignment with the school mission.
• Be regularly visible and present to Upper School students and faculty throughout the school day, particularly at times of arrival and departure.
• Meets regularly with the Principal to provide assessment of school culture and identify areas that should be improved.
• Provides guidance to teachers to establish an inviting, clean, and orderly classroom environment.
• In collaboration with the Operations Director and the leadership team, sets Upper School schedule and calendar and assigns duties to ensure a safe and smooth daily cadence.
• Develops student relationships essential to the integrity of the learning environment.
• Provides training, support, coaching, and accountability to grade level teams for effective implementation of MTSS (Multi Tiered Systems of Support) to include classroom management strategies, behavior and academic  interventions , and parent communication.
• Assists school leadership team in training office staff and faculty in effective implementation of school policies outlined in the Community Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct.
• Meets with teachers and parents regarding academic performance, student conduct, and/or support services as needed.
• Oversees and plans with the Arts Director and the 12th Grade Team Leader, Senior Class events such as Senior Ropes, Graduation, and Senior Celebration.
• Plans with the Operations Team and the Student Information Coordinator, to provide positive weekly communication to all students and families outlining key dates and events and campus priorities.

Parent Partnership, Student Conduct, and Discipline

• Enthusiastically promotes ASA’s educational model, mission, and expectations both to current and prospective families.
• Manages progressive and equitable student disciplinary procedures to maintain a safe and productive learning environment, keeping a record of any disciplinary action.
• Applies culturally responsive, social, and emotional learning practices to student interventions and discipline.
• Engages with Upper School students and parents about school conduct policies to correct inappropriate behavior, identify student challenges, and to develop and implement behavior intervention strategies that maximize opportunities for success.
• Monitors Upper School tardiness, attendance, and truancy, coordinating with Student Information Coordinator, School Social Worker and/or College Counselor and the school leadership team.
• Builds strong relationships with parents through timely and gracious communication.
• Seeks input and feedback from parents about the ASA experience to help evaluate how ASA is achieving its mission and goals.

Additional Duties 

• Works cohesively with the substitute coordinator and leadership team to ensure all classes have appropriate coverage.
• Provides reports to the Board of Directors as requested by the Executive Director.
• Help supervise students before and after school, during lunch and at school events as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven and successful school leadership experience at the Dean/Vice Principal/Assistant Principal level.
• Minimum of 4 years of proven and successful classroom teaching.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics:

• Proficient in the latest versions of Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
• Familiarity with Student Information Systems, Synergy or PowerSchool preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership in curriculum development, program evaluation, systems development staff development, school improvement, and staff supervision and evaluation.
• Experience with student discipline, restorative justice practices, and student services.
• Educational leadership in a similar environment is preferred.
• Strategic thinking and effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and personal integrity.
• Solution focused and works well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times; a command of FERPA, HIPAA, and relevant State laws and requirements preferred.
• Reflective learner who consistently assesses their own work with an analytical eye in order to continuously improve.

Salary and Benefits: 

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Full time position with benefits.
• Member of ASRS.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

School Social Worker Intern, 2024-2025 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

The School Social Worker Intern will support Arizona School for the Arts in providing quality social work services and support to students and families in a school setting. This internship offers practical experience in the field of social work, focusing on developing skills in prevention, intervention, crisis management, and case management services to students and families to strengthen school, home, and community relationships to help alleviate barriers to learning.

This position reports to the School Social Worker.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and sensitivity to diverse cultures.
• Provides direct intervention such as individual, group counseling, classroom lessons, suicide risk assessments, and safety planning.
• Provides direct services to students to address mental health concerns, conflict resolution, and coping skills.
• Collaborates with school personnel regarding problems affecting students’ academic progress, behavior, and personal well-being as well as provides appropriate intervention and follow up.
• Provides intervention services to students and their families during times of crisis and as needed. 
• Coordinates/collaborates with outside service agencies to provide referral information to students and their families.
• Serves as a liaison between family, school, and community agencies.
• Maintains accurate, complete and punctual records, as well as safeguards the privacy and confidentiality of information as required by law and school policy.
• Adheres to state and school mandated reporting requirements as they pertain to safety concerns. As a Mandated Reporter it is your responsibility to report information or suspicions you may have about self-harm, suicidal ideations, abuse, and neglect to the appropate appropriate agency/staff member (Arizona Department of Child Safety, law enforcement, School Social Worker, or Administration when  the School Social Worker is not available).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a Master’s program in Social Work or a related field.
• Interest and commitment to working collaboratively with students and staff in an educational setting.
• Basic understanding of social work principles and practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite, etc..
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous volunteer or work experience in social work or related fields.
• Familiarity with community resources and support services.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

 Benefits: 

• Hands-on experience in a professional school social work setting.
• Supervision and mentorship from an experienced School Social Worker.
• Opportunity to develop practical skills and gain insight into social work practices.
• Potential for future employment opportunities within the organization.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Academic Teaching Opportunities, 2025-2026 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

Arizona School for the Arts is a unique gem among Arizona schools. We are a 5th through 12th grade non-profit public charter school providing a unique curriculum that interweaves academics and performing arts. Our students flourish in an environment infused with academic engagement and creative growth that builds confidence, critical thinking, and strong relationships among our students.  Our dual focus on college preparation and artistic growth makes ASA a school like no other.

We are currently accepting faculty applications for the 2025-2026 school year! All applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted for an interview should your skills and qualifications match an open teaching position in our community. Interviews can commence as early as February and be ongoing until all positions are filled.

ASA teachers provide an academic curriculum that is rigorous, relevant, and aligned with ASA’s mission and commitment to equity.  Curriculum development and implementation reflects Arizona State Standards layered with ASA’s innovative college prep focus that fosters intellectual curiosity, emphasizes active engagement, project-based learning, inquiry-based discussions, research, advanced written and oral skills, and collaboration.

Class sizes are approximately 28 students. Academic teachers have 2.5 hours of prep time for curriculum planning, meeting, integrating, and assessing. The teacher will be responsible for writing their own curriculum and are asked to differentiate their curriculum using additional resources as needed to support student growth and achievement. Each teacher works closely with their academic department and their grade level team. ASA also provides an interactive professional development program and access to academic coaching for employee support and growth. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a respectful, stimulating, purposeful, and student-centered classroom. 
• Cultivate critical thinking and active participation in the classroom. 
• Utilize current curriculum and assessments aligned to the Common Core Standards. ASA standards, and ASA’s scope and sequence. 
• Communicate clear objectives to students. 
• Communicate progress and achievement to students and parents. 
• Work cooperatively with colleagues in a team setting for curriculum design, assessment, and implementation. 
• Participate actively in grade level teams. 
• Uphold the school’s philosophy, mission, vision, and values. 
• Perform duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in content area from an accredited four-year college or university. 
• Highly qualified. 

• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card.

• Teaching experience or certification preferred but not required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics:

• A lifelong learner interested in acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Passionate about students, content area, and teaching.
• Concerned about holistic development of the individual.
• Flexible, creative, and has the capacity to innovate. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational skills. 

• Experience with or a commitment to learn:  
  • Socratic methodology
  • Inquiry-based discussion
  • Constructivist teaching strategies
  • Project-based learning
  • Authentic assessment and rubrics

Salary and Benefits: 

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Full time position with benefits.
• Member of ASRS.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three (3) letters of recommendation, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Exceptional Student Services Teaching Opportunities, 2025-2026 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

Arizona School for the Arts is a unique gem among Arizona schools. We are a 5th through 12th grade non-profit public charter school providing a unique curriculum that interweaves academics and performing arts. Our students flourish in an environment infused with academic engagement and creative growth that builds confidence, critical thinking, and strong relationships among our students.  Our dual focus on college preparation and artistic growth makes ASA a school like no other.

We are currently accepting faculty applications for the 2025-2026 school year! All applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted for an interview should your skills and qualifications match an open teaching position in our community. Interviews can commence as early as February and be ongoing until all positions are filled.

ASA teachers provide an academic curriculum that is rigorous, relevant, and aligned with ASA’s mission and commitment to equity.  Curriculum development and implementation reflects Arizona State Standards layered with ASA’s innovative college prep focus that fosters intellectual curiosity, emphasizes active engagement, project-based learning, inquiry-based discussions, research, advanced written and oral skills, and collaboration.

ASA’s Exceptional Student Services (ESS) teachers serve as the case manager for students in multiple grade levels. These special education teachers collaborate with the ESS team, grade level teaching teams, and families to meet needs and support student growth. As a case manager, this teacher ensures appropriate and effective services and supports are in place for each student on their caseload. This teacher assists in the educational and social development of students, writes and implements IEPs, and monitors progress. ASA also provides an interactive professional development program and access to academic coaching for employee support and growth.

This position reports directly to the ESS Director and works closely with the other members of the ESS department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a respectful, stimulating, purposeful, and student-centered learning environment. 
• Collaborate with general education teachers to accommodate and modify activities and assessments in order to meet individual learning needs of students.
• Prepare teaching materials as directed by the ESS Director for the purpose of implementing and documenting student progress in IEP Progress Reports. 
• Implement, monitor, evaluate, and revise IEPs including: present levels of performance, goals, accommodations, modifications, and transition plans.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and faculty.
• Uphold the school’s philosophy, mission, vision, and values. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Master’s in Special Education preferred 
• Certified Special Education Teacher 
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card
• Familiarity with e-IEP Pro preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics:

• A lifelong learner interested in acquiring new skills and knowledge. 
• Passionate about working with middle school and high school students and teaching. 
• Collaborative and strengths focused team player.
• Concerned about holistic development of the individual. 
• Flexible, creative, and has the capacity to innovate.

• Excellent organizational,  oral communication, and written communication skills.
• Experience with, or a commitment to, specifically-designed instruction and ensuring access to the general education curriculum for students who receive special education services.

Salary and Benefits: 

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Full time position with benefits.
• Member of ASRS.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Performing Arts Teaching Opportunities, 2025-2026 [PDF]

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

Arizona School for the Arts is a unique gem among Arizona schools. We are a 5th through 12th grade non-profit public charter school providing a unique curriculum that interweaves academics and performing arts — music, theatre, and dance. Our students flourish in an environment infused with academic engagement and creative growth that builds confidence, critical thinking, and strong relationships among our students.  Our dual focus on college preparation and artistic growth makes ASA a school like no other.

We are currently accepting faculty applications for the 2025-2026 school year! All applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted for an interview should your skills and qualifications match an open teaching position in our community. Performing arts teachers employed by ASA include Band, Guitar, Strings, Piano, and Theatre; all dance instructors are employed by the School of Ballet Arizona. Interviews can commence as early as February and be ongoing until all positions are filled.

Arts faculty members design, plan, and implement a challenging and relevant curriculum that focuses on the specific pedagogy needed for success in their performing art and may instruct both middle and high school students who are divided into classes based on ability; class sizes can vary based on these distinctions. The teacher must be experienced in providing feedback to help students develop their creative and performance skills. Curriculum can include the skills of rehearsal etiquette, pedagogy, and theory as applicable for the content of the class.  

Arts teachers have 2.5 hours of prep time for curriculum planning, meeting, integrating, and assessing. Teachers are responsible for collaborating with their department on  curriculum to align with the national and state performing arts standards.. They are also asked to differentiate their curriculum using additional resources as needed to support student growth and achievement. All arts teachers work closely with their department to collaborate on all performing events, department retreats, sectionals, and overall curricular continuity. ASA also provides an interactive professional development program for employee support and growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a respectful, stimulating, purposeful, and student-centered classroom.
• Cultivate critical thinking and active participation in the classroom.
• Develop curriculum and assessments aligned to the ASA standards and department scope and sequence. 
• Communicate clear objectives to students. 
• Communicate progress and achievement to students and parents.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues in a team setting for curriculum design, assessment, and implementation.
• Collaborate and participate with department faculty in team meetings, developing the department newsletter, establishing department culture and norms, problem solving, and coordinating the Department Series and Signature Series performances.
• Collaborate and participate with the entire arts faculty in the school’s annual end-of-year Showcase production.
• Uphold the school’s philosophy, mission, vision, and values
• Perform Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in content area from an accredited four-year college or university; Masters preferred
• Proven pedagogical skills as a performer and teacher with a knowledge of repertoire.
• Proven experience working with student musicians/actors of varying ages and experience; 3-4 years of classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics:

• A lifelong learner interested in acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Passionate about students, content area, and teaching.
• Concerned about holistic development of the individual.
• Flexible, creative, and has the capacity to innovate. 

• Excellent organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills.
• Experience with: 
  • Effective classroom management skills.
  • Utilization of constructivist teaching strategies
  • Authentic assessment and rubrics
  • Google Workplace and Notation Software preferred

Salary and Benefits: 

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Full time position with benefits.
• Member of ASRS.

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org:

• Cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment found on the website. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Substitute Teacher

ASA’s mission is to inspire creative thinkers and leaders through providing an innovative concentration in college preparation informed by the performing arts.

Interested in subbing for ASA? Your time is now! Substitute teachers are an essential part of the continued growth, learning and development of our children.

To be a substitute at ASA, you need to do/ have the following:

• Complete an ASA Application (download and complete the fillable PDF and ensure your first and last name is included in the filename once you’ve completed and saved the PDF)
• Possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Visit the listing register and the Arizona DPS website for more details
• Submit a copy of your teaching certificate – if you have one/not required College degree preferred

Interested candidates should submit the following via e-mail to employment@goasa.org

• • A cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and the ASA Application for Employment are found on the website.