Elementary Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained Class

Young World Physical Education; Nogales (AZ); On-site; USD 37,581 - 48,021; Full time

Job summary

Nogales Unified School District #1 is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher for a self-contained classroom at Lincoln Elementary School in Nogales, Arizona. The position requires implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting progress, and meeting the diverse needs of students with special education requirements.

The role reports to the Principal and requires a Arizona teaching certification with SEI endorsement.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills and using assessment instruments to track student progress.
• Record keeping and documenting student progress, attendance, and outcomes.
• Verbal and written communication to involve parents and staff and promote a child-centered learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work under direction to support objectives.
• Administers first aid and care to medically fragile children under supervision.
• Advises parents/guardians on student progress and improvement methods.
• Assesses students' social/academic needs to tailor instruction.
• Collaborates with school personnel and families to improve outcomes.
• Directs instructional assistants and volunteers to support the program.
• Instructs students to improve academic and daily living skills.
• Manages student behavior to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports to implement lesson plans.
• Reports incidents to maintain safety and comply with policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Assessment instruments

Record keeping

Verbal and written communication

Child-centered environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Nogales Unified School District #1 is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher for a self-contained classroom at Lincoln Elementary School in Nogales, Arizona. The position requires implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting progress, and meeting the diverse needs of students with special education requirements.

The role reports to the Principal and requires a Arizona teaching certification with SEI endorsement.