Secondary Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy Teacher

School Year: 2026 - 2027

Location: West Valley City

Job Summary: American Preparatory Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and engaging educator to serve as a Secondary Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy Teacher. This full-time position teaches Digital Literacy in the morning and Financial Literacy in the afternoon, preparing students with essential technology, personal finance, and real-world skills.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:

Digital Literacy

- ### Teach digital skills including online research, digital citizenship, keyboarding, media literacy, basic computer operations, and responsible technology use.

- ### Teach productivity tools such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

- ### Address internet safety and the ethical use of digital media and communication.

Financial Literacy

- ### Teach personal finance topics including budgeting, saving, credit, loans, taxes, investing, and responsible consumer behavior.

- ### Teach students to set financial goals and make informed economic decisions.

- ### Use real-world scenarios, simulations, and project-based learning to strengthen financial understanding.

General Teacher Duties

- ### Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons using a variety of instructional methods and materials.

- ### Prepare assignments and assessments; evaluate and grade student performance.

- ### Monitor student academic progress and address academic or behavioral concerns.

- ### Communicate student progress and concerns professionally with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration.

- ### Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment and build positive relationships with students and parents.

- ### Maintain required student records, attendance, and other documentation.

- ### Administer standardized tests in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

- ### Supervise students in classrooms, halls, study periods, lunchrooms, school grounds, field trips, and other assigned activities.

- ### Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, conferences, and training.

- ### Maintain knowledge of current research and best practices in secondary education.

- ### Sponsor or support student activities or organizations as assigned.

- ### Enforce safety and security standards.

- ### Other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

- ### Typical schedule is MTF: 7:45 - 4:15, WTh: 7:45 - 4:30 (hours may vary based on campus)

Benefits:

- ### Medical, dental, vision, and participation in a 401(k) match

- ### Up to 5 days PTO

- ### School and Summer breaks off

- ### Priority enrollment for daycare and school age children

- ### Professional development and alternate paths to licensure

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- ### Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success

- ### Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments

- ### Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching

- ### Knowledge of secondary education pedagogy and best practices

- ### Knowledge of digital literacy, technology, personal finance, and financial literacy

- ### Ability to develop engaging lessons using varied instructional methods

- ### Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

- ### Ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations

- ### Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related technology

- ### Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed

- ### Ability to move throughout the school facility and assist in leading students to safety during an emergency

Education and Experience:

- ### Bachelors degree required

- ### Appropriate state accreditation/teaching license required

- ### Ongoing professional courses and in-service training as required

- ### Prior teaching experience highly preferred

- ### Specialized training in teaching secondary school-aged children preferred

- ### Specialized knowledge or experience in digital literacy, financial literacy, business, technology, or a related field preferred

- ### Masters degree highly preferred