Fall 2027 Special Education Teacher

Great Hearts Online; Apache Junction, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Apache Junction, AZ invites applications for the Fall 2027 Exceptional Student Services Coordinator/Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher at the NEW Campus. This salaried, exempt position supports students with disabilities through collaboration with general education staff and related service providers.

The role involves designing specially designed instruction, drafting IEPs, coordinating meetings, and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of special education experience.
• 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.

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.

Skills

SPED certification

AZ Mild to Moderate

K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED

IEP drafting

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.**