Autism-Focused Special Education Teacher | ABA-Ready

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Medical, dental, vision

Short-term disability

401K with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement after 6 months

Professional development opportunities

ABA training support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. seeks a Certified Special Education Teacher for the Tucson Elementary Campus for the 26/27 school year.

Under the Campus Director, you will manage a student caseload, plan lessons, instruct, and monitor progress aligned with IEPs to advance achievement in a collaborative setting. The role requires a valid Special Education certificate and experience with diverse learners; ABA training is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and teaching a caseload of students with disabilities in a classroom learning environment.
• At least 3 years of experience working with students with moderate to severe disabilities.
• Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs, mentors paraprofessionals and behavior specialists working with students who have disabilities.
• Engagement and oversight of staff and student caseload in the AZACS classroom learning environment.
• Provide instructional and behavior support for students in the classroom.
• Provide daily feedback to paraprofessionals and behavior specialists.
• Guide general education and/or uncertified teachers in IEP implementation.
• Weekly lesson planning using AZACS’s board-adapted curriculum.
• Professional development for staff on accommodations, modifications, and implementation.
• Analyze curriculum data to make instructional decisions.
• Maintain ongoing student and parent communication.
• Modification of materials for classrooms as needed.
• Staff communication/feedback.
• Maintain substitute plans in case of absence.
• Participate in all duties and responsibilities as appropriate for an AZACS faculty member.
• Develop IEPs for caseload and attend required meetings.

Skills

Caseload management

Special needs teaching

ABA experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Special Education Certification

Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance

Job description

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. seeks a Certified Special Education Teacher for the Tucson Elementary Campus for the 26/27 school year.

Under the Campus Director, you will manage a student caseload, plan lessons, instruct, and monitor progress aligned with IEPs to advance achievement in a collaborative setting. The role requires a valid Special Education certificate and experience with diverse learners; ABA training is encouraged.