Autism Special Education Teacher (1st–3rd)

Webster Elementary; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Webster Elementary in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a Full-Time Special Education teacher for 1st–3rd grade focused on autism supportive practices. The role requires Arizona certification and an IEP-driven approach to instruction, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with families and services to meet diverse student needs.

Salary starts at $55,886 per year with competitive benefits; candidates must complete online application, provide certification evidence, and meet district guidelines for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, appropriate for subject area.
• Course work should include Foundations of special education, behavior management techniques, assessment and evaluation methods, instructional strategies for students with disabilities and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques.
• Develops an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for each student utilizing information obtained from the completed assessments.
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress.
• Works with parents, school personnel, related service personnel, and other representatives of other agencies to provide an appropriate education for each student.

Skills

IEP knowledge

De-escalation techniques

Classroom management

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Coursework in Foundations of special education and related areas

Job description

Webster Elementary in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a Full-Time Special Education teacher for 1st–3rd grade focused on autism supportive practices. The role requires Arizona certification and an IEP-driven approach to instruction, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with families and services to meet diverse student needs.

Salary starts at $55,886 per year with competitive benefits; candidates must complete online application, provide certification evidence, and meet district guidelines for