Middle and High School Special Education Teacher (Immediate Opening)

Great Hearts Academies; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Roosevelt Prep seeks an Exceptional Student Services Coordinator to support students with IEPs and provide cross-categorical resource teaching. The role entails planning instruction aligned with IEP goals, delivering services, tracking progress, and collaborating with service providers and teachers to ensure effective accommodations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 1–2 years of SPED experience, and AZ SPED certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related field.
• 1–2 years of special education experience requested.
• AZ SPED certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons aligned with individual IEP goals.
• Teach subjects to students receiving special education services.
• Monitor and track student progress.
• Provide direct and consultative services to students with IEPs.
• Collaborate with related service providers and general ed staff.
• Maintain IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork per guidelines.
• Lead IEP/meeting planning and communicate with parents and staff.
• Support transition planning for new enrollees eligible for services.

Skills

SPED experience

IEP knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Behavior support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

AZ SPED certification

Job description

Position Title: Exceptional Student Services Coordinator - ESS Coordinator / Cross-Categorical Resource TeacherLocation: Great Hearts Roosevelt Prep (555 South Jackrabbit Trail, Buckeye, AZ 85326)Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Salaried-ExemptCompensation Type: Salary 48,370-68,440Great 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:Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction)Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services.Monitor and track student progressProviding direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environmentCollaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modificationsWriting and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelinesPlanning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferredRequired/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.US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.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.