Fall 2027 Special Education Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Coordinator/Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher for Fall 2027 at the NEW Blossom Rock campus in Apache Junction, AZ. Reports to the Headmaster and earns salaried compensation starting at $48,440.

Responsibilities include designing specialized instruction, collaborating with service providers, maintaining IEPs, and coordinating meetings with families and staff to support students with disabilities in inclusive settings.

Qualifications

• SPED certification required or standard to include.
• AZ Mild to Moderate SPED certification noted.
• Relevant K-12 SPED licensure or equivalent accepted.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide specially designed instruction for students in special education.
• Collaborate with related service providers and general education staff on accommodations.
• Draft and maintain IEPs and related paperwork with compliance.
• Plan and facilitate meetings across the special education process.
• Communicate with parents and staff about student planning and progress.
• Assist with transition for new enrollees eligible for special education services.

Skills

SPED certification

Cross-Categorical SPED

K-12 SPED

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Fall 2027 Exceptional Student Services Coordinator/ Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher

Location: NEW Campus: Great Hearts Blossom Rock (10075 S. Dutchman Dr., Apache Junction, AZ 85120)

Reports To: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation Type: Salaried starting at $48,440

Position Summary: Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of special education experience.

Required/Preferred Skills: Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.

Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.