Instructional Specialist-Special Education (SY 26/27)

Young World Physical Education; Arizona; On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District is seeking an Instructional Specialist-Special Education for the Rio Rico area. The role involves supervising Child Study Teams and Related Service Providers, evaluating programs, and coordinating resources to support diverse learners.

Immediate start is available. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Education or Special Education with at least five years of teaching experience, and an Arizona Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education or closely related field; AND five (5) years of teaching experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate development, implementation, operation, and evaluation of Child Study Teams and Related Service Providers.
• Lead assessments of Student Study Team services and behavioral intervention strategies.
• Cultivate relationships with external agencies to augment program offerings.
• Implement tier 3 interventions for students needing additional support.
• Partner with coaches and teachers to tailor instruction based on Student Study Team findings.
• Evaluate district-wide programs and procedures for opportunities to innovate.
• Develop materials and resources to support diverse learning styles.
• Participate in budgeting, grant discussions, and board meetings.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Curriculum design

Project management

Leadership

Staff training

Education

Masters Degree in Education or Special Education

Five years of teaching experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Instructional Specialist-Special Education (SY 26/27)

Instructional Specialist-Special Education (SY 26/27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5884564
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUMMARY: To supervise and coordinate the development, implementation, operation, and evaluation of the Child Study Teams and Related Service Providers, in accordance with law, policies, and regulations.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct Comprehensive Evaluations of Student Support Services: Lead thorough assessments of Student Study Team services and behavioral intervention strategies, initiating improvements and strategic adjustments as essential to meet evolving student needs.
• Proactively identify areas for enhancement within Student Study Team Services and behavioral intervention plans, recommending and facilitating necessary adjustments to optimize student outcomes.
• Cultivate and maintain dynamic relationships with external agencies and organizations, strategically leveraging these partnerships to augment program offerings and meet programmatic goals.
• Facilitates the implementation of tier 3 interventions, ensuring targeted support for students requiring additional assistance to succeed.
• Partner closely with coaches and teachers to refine and deliver instruction tailored to the specific needs identified through Student Study Team interventions, enhancing educational impact.
• Undertake detailed evaluations of district-wide programs and procedures, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement to elevate the educational experience.
• Identify and develop essential materials and resources to support diverse learning styles, providing staff with alternative strategies and tools to ensure all students can access and engage with the curriculum effectively.
• Participate actively in a range of meetings, including budgeting, grant discussions, program proposals, and board meetings, contributing to the strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Embrace and execute a variety of responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to the district's mission and goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education or closely related field; AND five (5) years of teaching experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• Specific technical skills training and certifications may be required depending upon area of assignment.

Required Knowledge of:

• State and District testing requirements and standards.
• Principles and practices of effective project management, leadership, supervision, and training.
• SIOP instructional practices and methods of classroom teaching and management.
• Core and intervention curriculum and materials.
• Adult/child and adult/adult learning theories

Required Skills in:

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals in contact during the course of work; communicating clearly and concisely.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard software such as Microsoft Office and some specialized software; functioning standard office equipment.
• Understanding lesson planning using the District lesson plan template.
• Analyzing and interpreting testing programs and data.
• Development and implementation of curriculum and performance-based assessments.
• Practices methods involved in providing quality customer service.
• Committee facilitation.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $57,868 to $69,644 Per Year

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