26/27 SY Teacher Special Education Specialized (K-8)

District Wide, Surprise, AZ; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dysart Unified School District in Surprise, AZ seeks a 26/27 SY Teacher Special Education Specialist (K-8) to support students with disabilities in accessing the general education curriculum within a full continuum of services.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education, a valid Arizona Special Education certificate, and an AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card; SEI endorsement required for employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education or equivalent.
• Active Arizona Special Education certificate.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality per FERPA and school policy.
• Manages IEPs and attends IEP meetings with required documentation.
• Plans instruction based on IEP goals and approved standards.
• Maintains accurate data records and reports progress.
• Works as RTI consultant and trains staff on IEP implementations.
• Maintains parent/guardian communication and collaboration.
• Provides behavior support and creates appropriate accommodations.
• Ensures a safe classroom and upholds district expectations.

Skills

FERPA compliance

IEP management

Data documentation

RTI coaching

Parent communication

Behavior support

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education

Arizona Special Education certificate

AZ Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Dysart Unified School District District Wide, Surprise, AZ - Surprise, Arizona Open in Google Maps

26/27 SY Teacher Special Education Specialized (K-8)

This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5453160

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 01, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

**AStructured English Immersion (SEI)endorsementis 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 RTl process.
• Provides coaching and training to staff based on students' individual education plans.
• Maintains on-going 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
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors
• Maintain 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 speak 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.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time Benefited

Salary: $50,517 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to District Wide, Surprise, AZ

Dysart schools are among the top-rated in the state of Arizona. The district is home to the #8 ranked K-8 school in Arizona (Freedom Traditional Academy), three top 100 K-8 schools, and two top 50 high schools in the state. Overall, Dysart has 12 “A” rated and 10 “B” rated schools, 11 of which out-rank our local counterparts. Additionally, Freedom Traditional Academy has the highest test scores of any school in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage.Dysart Schools have been recognized both nationally and internationally with AdvancED Accreditation, and are dedicated to serving the needs of all children with high quality academic coursework, before-and after-school programs, and services for the entire community. Boasting a graduation rate that exceeds both the state and national average, the Dysart Unified School District prepares all students to be ready for college and career through excellence and success.Strong academics, arts, and athletic programs are an integral part of each school, and ensuring students are equipped with the skills necessary to meet the challenges and opportunities in a 21st Century society are at the heart of our mission and vision. Dysart Schools offers one of the largest selections of academic pathways in the state, allowing students a personalized learning experience while meeting Arizona Academic Standards. Opportunities include full-day kindergarten, Career and Technical Education, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, signature programs, and gifted and special education programs.Dysart provides students the opportunity to explore their artistic side through an expansive fine arts program, where students participate in a progressive, performance-based curriculum that encourages them to reach their academic, creative, and expressive potential. Dysart students earned the second highest number of Arizona State Seals for Arts Proficiency across the state last year.Earning nine state championships in 2021-2022, Dysart Schools are highly competitive in athletics, and offer great opportunities for all students. Dysart offers competitive athletic classes to help students hone their athletic skills and abilities during the school day, and we aim to provide positive experiences and guide our student athletes toward realizing their full potential.Dysart Unified School District serves over 23,000 pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students in the Northwest Phoenix Metropolitan area. The district encompasses 140 square miles, serving parts of El Mirage, Glendale, Surprise, Youngtown, and Maricopa County. The district is home to four K-4 elementary schools, four middle schools serving grades 5-8, 12 K-8 elementary schools, four comprehensive high schools, a preschool, and one alternative program.

Contact Information

• Dysart USD HR Department
• 15802 North Parkview Place
• Surprise, Arizona 85374
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]