Believe in Balsz
Join the Balsz School District Team!
Exceptional School District:
· Extensive professional development on effective teaching and learning
· Extended Learning Time Calendar
· 200 student instructional days
· Early release professional development every Wednesday
· Technology-Enriched Classrooms
· One-to-one Netbook Computers for Students in Grades 6-8
· Technology-Enhanced Curriculum at All Levels
· Teacher Laptop Computers
· On-site Affordable Daycare
Awards and Recognitions
· 2010 Teacher of the Year for the state of Arizona
· 2012 Rodel Exemplary Teacher
· 2011 AZTEA Technology Director of the Year
· 2010 AZTEA Technology Mentor Teacher of the Year
· 2012 Rodel Exemplary Principal Finalist
· 2012 Rodel Exemplary Principal
· 2012 All Arizona Superintendent for Mid-sized School Districts
· Balsz School 2010 A+ School
· 2011 NCEA Higher Performing School in Arizona
· Phoenix Magazine Best Schools in Arizona
· Balsz Extended Learning Calendar
o 2012 NSBA Magna Award
o 2011 Golden Bell Award
o 2009 ADE Spotlight on Success Award
Grants
· Ellis Center for Ed. Excellence: $2,000,000
· Mind Research Grant (ST Math): $200,000
· Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: $133,000
· Arizona K-12 Center Master Teacher: $100,000
· Orangedale Jr. High Technology: $549,831
· Social Venture Partners: $15,000
· Encore Fellowship: $20,000
· Apollo Sustainability Grant: $15,000
Business and Non-Profit Partnerships
· Educare Arizona Preschool Building and Program
· Balsz Promise Neighborhood with Valley of the Sun United Way
· Balsz Community Education Foundation
· Balsz Community Neighborhood Partnership
· ON Semiconductor
· Hands On Greater Phoenix Experience Matters Volunteers
Compensation and Benefits Highlights:*
· Up to five years of experience accepted for new employees on pay schedule.
· 23 Paid Holidays for 12-Month employees.
· Generous vacation leaves.
· Fully-Covered Employee Medical Benefits with Option for Dependent Coverage (for full-time)
· Fully-Covered Employee Life Insurance with Option for Dependent Coverage (for full-time)
· Optional Vision, Dental and Short-term Insurance (for full-time)
· Affordable High-Quality Preschool/Daycare Onsite with Employee Discount
How to Apply:
· Go to www.balsz.org and click employment.
*See certified salary schedule/board policies for full details/restrictions.
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED FOR JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS.