FY27 Special Education Teacher Resource

Young World Physical Education; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A local school district in Avondale, Arizona, is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher Resource to create and implement instructional plans for students with special needs. The role requires appropriate certification and a dedication to providing a supportive learning environment. Responsibilities include lesson planning, classroom management, and enhancing students' educational experiences. Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must hold appropriate certification and meet highly qualified requirements.
• Documentation of a negative Mantoux skin test within 12 months prior to starting.
• Food Handler’s Card required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide each child with an educational environment to reach their fullest potential.
• Plan and submit weekly lesson plans reflecting goals and objectives.
• Provide instruction at students’ skill levels.

Skills

Communication

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Appropriate certification

Job description

Littleton Elementary School District Collier Business Academy - Avondale, Arizona

FY27 Special Education Teacher Resource

Job ID: 5621863

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Resource

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

CERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE

QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements: Documentation of a negative Mantoux skin test or other tuberculosis‑screening test recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control administered within 12 months before the starting date of employment. A Food Handler’s Card authorized through the Arizona Department of Health prior to the starting date of employment.

REPORTS TO: Person(s) designated by the Board or Superintendent

SUPERVISES: Paraprofessionals, volunteers, students and student teachers

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide each child with an environment which will enable him to reach his fullest physical, emotional, educational, psychological, and behavioral potential.

I. Uses knowledge of Subject Matter

• Demonstrates knowledge in subject area
• Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum development to include scope and sequence

II. Displays Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates effectively with students
• Demonstrates and promotes mutual respect
• Promotes positive self‑concepts in learners
• Maintains a positive and stimulating learning environment
• Communicates enthusiasm for learning
• Uses correct written and oral expression

III. Plans for Instruction

• Submits weekly lesson plans which reflect goals, objectives, and activities
• Assesses student’s skill levels to determine the appropriate learning objectives
• Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives
• Chooses relevant academic activities to ensure appropriate student time on task
• Follows the design of the district’s curriculum
• Sequences learning activities to achieve specific goals and objectives
• Plans instruction at varying and appropriate levels of cognitive thinking
• Organizes instructions to meet individual differences and specific needs
• Organizes resources such as time, space, materials, and equipment to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectives
• Monitors and assesses student’s progress using specific procedures

IV. Provides instruction

• Provides instruction at student’s skill level
• Teaches to the learning objectives as specified in the lesson plan
• Teaches necessary objectives in a logical sequence
• Provides instruction at a variety of levels of thinking
• Uses strategies to maximize the amount of time students are engaged in relevant tasks
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and methods related to the objectives
• Models correct performance for students
• Gives clear directions and explanations related to lesson
• Monitors student learning throughout the learning process
• Obtains responses for each objective to check student mastery before proceeding
• Adjusts instruction to meet individual differences and specific needs
• Evaluates students according to consistent objective criteria

V. Uses Learning Principles in providing instruction

• Communicates to students the purpose and value of learning objectives
• Provides sufficient teacher‑directed and independent practice with monitoring to ensure that students are accurate and successful
• Communicates the importance of the learning by holding all students accountable for learning
• Provides an appropriate focus for student at the beginning of learning objectives
• Summarizes learning using a variety of methods

VI. Uses Classroom Management Strategies

• Uses effective classroom management techniques
• Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior
• Demonstrates ability to work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as determined by instructional objectives
• Manages inappropriate classroom behavior by implementing the discipline procedure adopted by the governing board

VII. Displays Professionalism

• Acts in a professional manner
• Engages in professional development
• Seeks and shares professional ideas
• Acts in accordance with teacher responsibilities, both legal and professional and uses discretion in the use of professional or confidential information
• Identifies exceptional students and refers them to appropriate specialist
• Uses effective strategies for parent‑teacher communication including conferences
• Demonstrates willingness to accept additional responsibilities
• Supervises and evaluates additional support staff and/or volunteers when applicable
• Shows care in personal hygiene and grooming
• Attends all meetings as required
• Adheres to Board and Administrative policy

VIII. Gathers and Records Data

• Maintains appropriate and adequate information
• Federal Law
• State Law
• District Policy
• School Procedures

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• P.O. Box 280
• Cashion, Arizona 85329
• Phone: 623‑478‑5637
• Email: [e-mail]