Elementary Teacher - Special Education : ABLE

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District seeks an Elementary Teacher - Special Education (ABLE) at Desert Valley Elementary in Glendale, AZ. The position is 9 months, with salary classified under the Teacher Salary Schedule.

The role focuses on providing specially designed instruction aligned to each student's IEP so they can access the general curriculum and grow skills. The teacher will manage casework, collaborate with general education staff, and implement appropriate accommodations and modifications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of IEP processes and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to plan and deliver instruction tailored to students with disabilities.
• Experience collaborating with general education staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services for students with disabilities in line with IEPs.
• Deliver direct services to students as specified in their IEPs.
• Follow district procedures throughout the special education process.
• Maintain confidentiality under FERPA and HIPAA.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes per schedule.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Plan and prepare lessons to support student progress.
• Set and maintain appropriate classroom behavior.
• Use varied instructional approaches to meet student needs.
• Collaborate with staff to implement accommodations/modifications.
• Maintain accurate census information per guidelines.
• Attend required staff meetings.
• Supervise instructional assistants when assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

IEP knowledge

FERPA HIPAA compliance

Classroom management

Collaboration with staff

Lesson planning

Tech literacy

Education

Arizona Special Education Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student information systems

Job description

Elementary Teacher - Special Education : ABLE JobID: 25008

• Position Type: Teacher - Elementary School PreK-8/ Special Education- Elem Self Contained
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Location: Desert Valley Elementary - Glendale, AZ
• Date Available: 12/07/2026
• Closing Date: 12/10/2026

Position Title:Certified Teacher, Special Education
Department: Department of Special Education
Supervisor: Principal at assigned location
Term of Employment: 9 months
Salary Classification: Teacher Salary Schedule
Job Summary: The Special Education Teacher will create a classroom environment that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students with special education services. Teachers will provide specially designed instruction per each student's Individual Education Program (IEP) in order to allow students access to the general curriculum and build skills that will contribute to their ongoing development.
Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this class.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesgenerally include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Provide case management services for students with disabilities, including all requirements related to IEP development, provision, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Deliver direct services to students with disabilities as specified in their IEPs.
• Follow district procedures throughout the entire special education process.
• Maintain all aspects of confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes according to the established schedule.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to the developmental and skill levels of the students.
• Plan and prepare lessons to enable students to make meaningful progress.
• Set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and capabilities of the students.
• Guide the learning process using clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals.
• Maintain accurate and complete records to comply with federal, state, and district regulations and procedures.
• Assess student accomplishments as required by policy or regulation and provide meaningful feedback to support student growth.
• Collaborate with all staff, including general education teachers, to implement appropriate accommodations and modifications in the general education classroom to ensure student success.
• Maintain accurate census information in a timely manner according to district and state guidelines.
• Attend all required staff meetings.
• When assigned an instructional assistant, plan and supervise their assignments and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Peoria Unified School District policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of a variety teaching methods and techniques to promote student growth.
• Facilitation of successful meetings to accomplish all IEP responsibilities.
• Knowledge of and provision of (Free and Appropriate Public education) FAPE to students with a disability as required by federal, state and district requirements.
• A working knowledge of accommodations and modifications to appropriately meet student needs.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with colleagues, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A current special education teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) at the Arizona Department of Education.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be Appropriately Certified according to state and federal standards to fill the specific position.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver's license.
• May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• May be required to lift and/or transfer students weighing up to 60 pounds.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions.

Postings current as of 11/12/2026 11:27:19 AM CST.

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