Lead Special Education Teacher (6-8, Self-Contained)

Point Quest Group; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Placement bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a self-contained 6-8 classroom in Surprise, AZ. You will develop and implement IEPs, lead PBIS efforts, supervise paras, and partner with families and staff to support each student’s academic and social growth.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership within a supportive, mission-driven team, offering professional development and ongoing collaboration with service providers and families.

Qualifications

• Arizona Department of Education Standard Professional Special Education Teaching Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Implement and manage PBIS program and behavior tracking.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom.
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
• Conduct assessments and track progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
• Support assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

Skills

PBIS implementation

IEP collaboration

Paraprofessional supervision

Assessment & progress tracking

Education

Arizona certificate (Special Education)

Bachelor’s degree in special education

Master’s preferred in special education

Tools

IEP Pro

Job description

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a self-contained 6-8 classroom in Surprise, AZ. You will develop and implement IEPs, lead PBIS efforts, supervise paras, and partner with families and staff to support each student’s academic and social growth.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership within a supportive, mission-driven team, offering professional development and ongoing collaboration with service providers and families.