IEP Writer - Special Education –School Based

Young World Physical Education; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 43,775 - 59,225; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Tempe is seeking an IEP Writer – Special Education – School Based to join our Student Success team. This role focuses on developing and writing detailed IEPs, coordinating with teachers, families, and related services, and ensuring compliance with IDEA and state regulations.

Starting immediately, you will gather input, draft measurable goals, and monitor progress while collaborating with a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate.
• Extensive knowledge of IDEA, state regulations, and best practices in special education.
• Experience developing and writing IEPs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals and families.
• Proficient in using educational software and tools for data management and IEP writing.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed and individualized IEPs based on assessments, teacher reports, parent input, and student performance data.
• Disseminate and collect classroom teacher information/forms needed for IEP.
• Ensure that IEPs include measurable goals, appropriate accommodations, modifications, and services.
• Update and revise Annual IEPs to reflect student progress.
• Provide teachers and parents with draft of IEP, based on the District IEP compliance checklist.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative teamwork

IEP writing experience

Educational software proficiency

Education

Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate

Job description

IEP Writer – Special Education – School Based

Job ID: 5827348

Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $51,500 Per Year

Job Details

Location: Tempe, Arizona

Job Description

About You

You excel at making connections with people, motivating and inspiring them, building buy‑in and engagement, and persuading people to take action to achieve results.

You have a sense of urgency and strong attention to detail.

You enjoy being a key part of a strong, positive and closely‑knit team that you can lean on for support, collaboration and share in each other’s success. You also have a great sense of fun.

You have the ability to learn quickly and thoroughly while continually recognizing and adapting to changing conditions.

About Us

Established in 1874, we have grown to 23 schools, serving over 11,000 students with over 50+ languages spoken by our students.

Our organization is centered around our values and beliefs that our students are confident self‑advocates with interpersonal and critical thinking skills who productively and innovatively make a positive impact in their current and future communities.

We are proud of the family‑like culture that permeates our system. Our system boasts award‑winning faculty and principals, high achieving students, signature programs and unparalleled parental and community support.

We take our mission and vision seriously and we are committed to inspiring excellence in every child and every adult so that our students are prepared to embrace the opportunities of tomorrow. At TD3, you have an opportunity to change the world and life trajectory of more than 11,000 students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate
• Extensive knowledge of IDEA, state regulations, and best practices in special education
• Experience developing and writing IEPs
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals and families
• Proficient in using educational software and tools for data management and IEP writing

Essential Functions

• Individualized Education Program (IEP) Development
  • Create detailed and individualized IEPs based on assessments, teacher reports, parent input, and student performance data
  • Disseminate and collect classroom teacher information/forms needed for IEP
  • Ensure that IEPs include measurable goals, appropriate accommodations, modifications, and services
  • Update and revise Annual IEPs to reflect student progress
  • Provide teachers and parents with draft of IEP, based on the District IEP compliance checklist
• Collaboration
  • Communicate with team members to schedule IEP meetings and conferences
  • Elicit parent input for IEP
  • Work closely with special education teachers, general education teachers, school psychologist, speech therapists, and other related service providers
  • Conduct and facilitate IEP meetings with parents/guardians and education staff to discuss and finalize IEPs
• Compliance
  • Ensure all IEPs comply with IDEA and state regulations
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records for all IEP related documentation
  • Monitor timelines to ensure IEP meetings and updates are conducted within required timeframes
  • Complete Prior Written Notices after the meeting
• Training and Support
  • Participate in all compliance and computerized IEP training as required by the District
  • Provide support to teachers and staff on implementation of IEP and understanding of special education laws and best practices
  • Assist in the development of school policies and procedures related to special education
• Assessment and Evaluation
  • Review and interpret educational evaluations and assessments to inform IEP development
  • Collaborate with assessment team to ensure appropriate testing and identification of student needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Department

Student Success

Evaluation

Teacher Evaluation

Reports To

Director of Special Education or designee

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3205 S Rural Road
• Tempe, Arizona 85282
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]