Lower School Teacher

Come be a part of the teaching team at New Way Academy for the 2026-2027 school year! We are seeking a highly qualified teacher to join our lower school team. We are looking for educators who will support the school’s mission to educate children with learning differences to fulfill their potential.

New Way Academy is an independent, K-12 day school in Phoenix, Arizona. Our mission is to create a dynamic school experience that empowers children with learning differences to maximize their potential and prepare for life beyond our doors. We continually strive to provide exemplary educational instruction, state-of-the-art remediation for areas of challenge, optimal social experiences, and the opportunity to unlock strengths and talents. As a result, New Way develops confident lifelong learners who lead enhanced, productive lives and serve as positive examples of what individuals with learning differences can achieve.

New Way’s core values of respect, community, ownership, quality and engagement are at the heart of all that we do. We welcome you to visit our website at to learn more about our unique school. New Way Academy is dedicated to approaching justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives with an intentional global mindset that places value and recognition on the diverse community members of New Way.

Responsibilities Include:

Deliver instruction to classes of up to 12 students in the subject area assigned, adapting curriculum to meet the needs of each group throughout the day
Differentiate instruction to remediate what students need to learn and push them to rigorous content understanding
Maintain and utilize accurate and up-to-date data regarding student achievement
Empower students through high expectations, consistent routines, and strategies for success
Contribute to the drafting of each student’s IEP or similar student plan
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with parents, students, and colleagues
Work collaboratively with the other level and content teams
Characteristics and Qualities:

Passionate about empowering students with unique learning profiles
Innovative and creative
Strong planner with an emphasis on execution
Effective communicator, both internally and externally
Team player
High level of integrity and professionalism
Willingness to go above and beyond
Highly organized and flexible time management
Certificate, Education, and License Requirements:

Holds valid and up-to-date teaching certificate in Arizona
Bachelor’s degree or higher with a preferred emphasis on special education
Previous teaching experience preferably at a lower school level
Compensation:

Based on experience in the range of $55,000 to $65,000 per year
Full benefits include health, vision, and dental
Competitive 401K package
Complimentary school lunch program
How to Apply:

Please email us your resume and cover letter for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person