Special Education Teacher in Glendale, AZ

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Job Description

Make a lasting difference for students by supporting their growth and learning as a Special Education Teacher in a dynamic high school environment. This contract opportunity places you in an engaging, collaborative setting across several locations within 30 minutes of the Glendale, AZ area, working hands-on with students who need your expertise and compassion.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Arizona Secondary Teaching License
• Current K-12 Special Education Certificate
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required
• Experience supporting students with emotional disabilities or other eligibility areas, specializing in prosocial and self-regulatory skill development
• Familiarity with the needs of at-risk, ethnically diverse, and English language learner populations
• Demonstrated knowledge of developing and implementing individualized education programs and related services compliant with federal, state, and district standards
• Essential Element of Effective Instruction (E.E.E.I.) training completed, or open to attending professional development sessions

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full-time, onsite special education support to high school students across multiple district locations
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs) in accordance with best practices and guidelines
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to ensure comprehensive student support
• Create positive, inclusive classroom environments that foster prosocial and self-regulatory skills
• Adapt instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and promote academic and personal growth
• Attend staff development and required district training, including CIE sessions in July

Working in this role, youll join a team dedicated to empowering exceptional learners and directly impact their educational journey. If you are passionate about supporting diverse students and bring the right credentials and proximity, go ahead and submit your updated resume and licensure information todaytake the next step in making a meaningful difference!