Elementary Special Education/Resource Teacher

Lafe Nelson Elementary School; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Safford is seeking a Full-Time Special Education/Resource Teacher to support exceptional students in their educational journey. The role involves creating individualized education plans, assisting with assessments, and fostering a growth-oriented classroom environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and exhibit strong communication skills. Immediate starting date is available. The position emphasizes collaboration with mainstream teachers and regular communication with parents to support student success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of placement procedures for special education.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; citizenship or valid visa required.

Responsibilities

• Help exceptional students with individualized instruction.
• Prepare and maintain IEPs for each student.
• Assist with assessments and child study team meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of District referral and placement procedures

Knowledge of instructional and remedial techniques

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong communication with parents

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Safford Unif School District 1 Lafe Nelson Elementary School - Safford, Arizona

Special Education/Resource Teacher

Job Details

Job ID: 5313753

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 30, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education/Resource Teacher

Reports To: Building Principal

To help handicapped and exceptional students obtain maximum benefit from the educational program by providing appropriate individualized or small group instruction, and providing support for those handicapped and exceptional students in the regular classroom. To provide opportunities for academic, social, emotional, and physical growth, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of District referral and placement procedures.
• Assists with testing of referred students and ongoing assessment of all special educational students.
• Performs assigned role in child study team meetings.
• Prepares appropriate goals and objectives and an annual IEP for each student.
• Prepares plans on a weekly basis consistent with the student's IEP.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment which is guided in a positive and effective manner.
• Safeguards student records confidentiality.
• Works with mainstream teachers to suggest or provide instructional support and materials as necessary to meet the needs of their exceptional students.
• Encourages and maintains open communication with parents by providing appropriate student progress reports.
• Participates in in-service workshops and other developmental programs.
• Supervises and assists in evaluation of assigned special education teacher aide.
• Demonstrates knowledge of handicapping conditions of assigned students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional and remedial techniques appropriate to the needs of assigned students.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Principal.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Renee Davis, Superintendent Secretary/Human Resources
• 734 W 11th St
• Safford, Arizona 85546
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]