25/26 SY Teacher Special Education Specialized (9-12)

Dysart Schools; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated special education teacher to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with disabilities. In this role, you will develop individualized education plans and provide essential support to help students thrive academically and socially. You will collaborate with parents and staff to ensure that each student's unique needs are met, fostering their growth and success. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and are committed to providing high-quality education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Create individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
• Provide case management services and maintain student records.

Responsibilities

• Support students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum.
• Communicate regularly with parents and staff regarding student progress.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Data Analysis

Instructional Planning

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Special Education

Valid Arizona Special Education Certificate

Tools

Educational Software

Documentation Tools

Job description

AStructured English Immersion (SEI) endorsement is required for employment by Dysart Unified School District (DUSD)

REPORTS TO: Director of Exceptional Student Services / Principal

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISES: No

JOB FAMILY: Academic Instruction

FTE: 1.0

WORK CALENDAR: 197

GRADE: Certified Salary Schedule

APPROVED:

REVISED: 8/21/2019

SUMMARY: The Teacher in this role will create an environment that meets the individual needs and abilities of students that receive special education services; socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. The Teacher will provide support and services to students with disabilities so they may access the general education curriculum, within a full continuum of services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains all aspects and provisions of confidentiality related to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Provides case management services for students on individual education plans (IEP) including all requirements related to the IEP and compliance of federal, state and district regulations/requirements.
• Prepares Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s) and associated documentation; attends IEP meetings and presents materials and lesson plans.
• Determines instructional materials and provides instruction to students based on individualized plan goals, approved curriculum and applicable standards.
• Maintains accurate and complete data records as required by the district.
• Serves as a consultant in the RTI process.
• Provides coaching and training to staff based on students' individual education plans.
• Maintains ongoing communication (written and verbal) with parents/guardians.
• Provides behavior management support and behavior intervention plan implementation to staff for students that receive special education services.
• Works with staff to implement appropriate accommodations and modifications within the school setting to allow for student success.
• Attends all staff meetings and professional development courses as required.
• Provides a safe learning environment with an effective classroom management plan.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Special Education or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona Special Education certificate.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Reading and interpreting general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals.
• Writing general correspondence and speaking effectively with others.
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Principles and practices of program administration.
• Basic principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.

SKILL IN:

• Applying reason to research and solving moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Interpreting an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms.
• Performing basic original research to assist with developing teaching plans and instructional materials.
• Maintaining and updating documentation.
• Organizing and maintaining records, files and program information.
• Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
• Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor classroom environment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.