26/27 SPED Connections Teacher (Self-Contained)

Buckeye Elementary School District; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Earned Paid Sick Time

Personal Business Leave

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Buckeye Elementary School District is seeking a SPED Connections Teacher (Self-Contained) for the Buckeye, Arizona area. The role requires Arizona SPED certification and involves developing IEPs, coordinating with staff, and maintaining compliant records.

Starting Base salary is $45,310 per year with additional experience credits and stipends, plus benefits and retirement. Ten-month exempt position, 189 days, with full insurance and paid leave options.

Qualifications

• Arizona Special Education Teacher certification is required.
• Knowledge of SPED laws, procedures and standards for appropriate learning.
• Ability to assess needs, develop and evaluate IEP outcomes.
• Coordinate activities with related and specialist staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction based on IEP and standards.
• Develop and monitor IEPs and behavioral plans.
• Consult with regular teachers on student progress and documentation.
• Participate in MET process and staff trainings.
• Communicate with parents and document pupil progress.
• Create conducive learning environments with displays and centers.
• Maintain professional competence through PD activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP development

Communication

Multicultural environment

Behavior management

Professional collaboration

Education

Arizona Special Education Teacher certification

Tools

MET software

IEP software

Job description

26/27 SPED Connections Teacher (Self-Contained)

26/27 SPED Connections Teacher (Self-Contained)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5952347

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BUCKEYE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT - SPED TEACHER

CATEGORY: Certified

TITLE: Special EducationConnections Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES: Paraprofessionals (if applicable)

EVALUATION:Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation ofteacher personnel.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Exempt, 10 month position, 189 days

COMPENSATION:Starting Base$45,310, plus $350/year of prior experience (with no cap), plus education credit beyond BA/BS; plus Teach011 Stipend$5,350, plus$10,000Sped Hard to fill Stipend

BENEFITS:Benefits to begin the first of the month following hire date:

• Fully paid medical, dential, vision, and 1x salary life insurance for employee only (Valued at over $10,000)
• Accrual of up to 5 days of Earned Paid Sick Time
• Accrual of up to 7 days of Personal Business Leave
• Arizona State Retirement System Member

PURPOSE: To create a flexible program favourable to learning and personal growth for the student in the least restrictive environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Arizona Special Education Teacher certification
• Knowledge of special education laws, procedures, practices, materials, equipment, and compliance standards required to provide appropriate learning experiences for special education students. Good knowledge of the nature and effects of the impairment(s) in all areas of disability
• Ability to assess needs, develop and implement the IEP, and evaluate outcomes in specialty
• Ability to coordinate activities with related and specialist staff
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, parents and the community; excellent human relations skills; skill in both oral and written communication; ability to work in multicultural environment with diverse population of students, staff, and parents
• May be required to control certain behaviour(s) through physical restraint
• Computer proficiency in district designated computer hardware and software including MET and IEP software programs and other relevant software

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct instruction based on student’s IEP and the Arizona State Standards.
• Conduct appropriate academic evaluations; develop, implement and monitor appropriate academic/behavioural individual education plans (IEP’s).
• Confer and consult with regular classroom teachers regarding student needs and progress. Maintain accurate records for documentation of student progress and for compliance with district, federal, and state guidelines.
• Participate in the MET process.
• Plan, conduct and/or participate in training activities and department meetings.
• May be required to participate in student’s meetings that may occur beyond the staff’s work assignment schedule.
• Follow state law and district policy with cases involving child abuse and neglect.
• Maintain on-going communication (verbal and written) with parents of special education students through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program.
• Provide on-going consultation and support to teachers and teams in the development, design, and implementation of Functional Behavioural Assessments and Positive Behaviour Intervention Plans for students experiencing difficulties.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centres.
• Consult with staff members regarding interventions and accommodations for students. Demonstrate willingness to be flexible and creative to meet individual student needs.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service professional development activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EVALUATION:Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation ofteacher personnel.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Exempt, 10 month position, 189 days

COMPENSATION:Starting Base$45,310, plus $350/year of prior experience (with no cap), plus education credit beyond BA/BS; plus Teach011 Stipend$5,350, plus$10,000Sped Hard to fill Stipend

BENEFITS:Benefits to begin the first of the month following hire date:

• Fully paid medical, dential, vision, and 1x salary life insurance for employee only (Valued at over $10,000)
• Accrual of up to 5 days of Earned Paid Sick Time
• Accrual of up to 7 days of Personal Business Leave
• Arizona State Retirement System Member

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $45,310 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Employee Relations , Employee Relations
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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