Elementary Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay (43.40–44.30$)

Health coverage and 401(k) match

37.5-hour school-based schedule

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a dedicated K–5 Special Education Teacher in Buckeye, AZ, to provide individualized instruction and support diverse learning needs to help elementary students reach their full potential.

Responsibilities include managing caseload, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver services in general education or self-contained settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate for grades K–5.
• Active Arizona Elementary Generalist or Content Area Certification.
• Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Experience supporting K–5 students with diverse learning needs, including differentiated instruction, case management, progress documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and small-group, in-class, or individualized support for elementary students with learning disabilities or cognitive and behavioral needs.
• Develop and implement individualized learning strategies to support academic, behavioral, and developmental progress.
• Manage special education caseload responsibilities, including service documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance with educational requirements.
• Collaborate with the Special Education team and paraprofessionals to deliver appropriate student support in general education or self-contained settings.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field

Active Arizona Elementary Generalist or Content Area Certification

Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience supporting K–5 students with diverse learning needs and differentiated instruction

Job description

Are you passionate about helping every student thrive? Cross Country Education is seeking a dedicated K–5 Special Education Teacher in Buckeye, AZ, to provide individualized instruction, support diverse learning needs, and help elementary students reach their full potential.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction and small-group, in-class, or individualized support for elementary students with learning disabilities or cognitive and behavioral needs.
• Develop and implement individualized learning strategies to support academic, behavioral, and developmental progress.
• Manage special education caseload responsibilities, including service documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance with educational requirements.
• Collaborate with the Special Education team and paraprofessionals to deliver appropriate student support in general education or self-contained settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate for gradesK–5
• Active Arizona Elementary Generalist orContent AreaCertification
• Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience supporting K–5 students with diverse learning needs, including differentiated instruction, case management, progress documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $43.40 - $44.30per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistentschool-based schedule with 37.5-hours per week and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2