Preschool Special Education Teacher (VI Focus)

Paycom; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Employee assistance and mental health

Job summary

Foundation for Blind Children in Phoenix, AZ seeks a full-time Special Education Teacher for a nine-month position. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to deliver individualized instruction under IEPs and FERPA guidelines.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Special Education, Arizona teaching certificate, CPR/First Aid, and experience with PECS and Structured Teaching. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education; Master’s degree preferred.
• Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Experience with PECS and Structured Teaching preferred.
• Experience in teaching a self-contained classroom.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of IEP management systems.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by AZ DPS, or ability to obtain.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Teacher of the Visually Impaired to adapt lessons.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
• Provides IEP-related case management and ensures compliance with federal/state requirements.
• Delivers direct instruction per individual education plans.
• Maintains accurate data records as required.
• Provides coaching and training to classroom staff on IEPs.
• Supervises and evaluates paraprofessionals.
• Maintains communication with parents/guardians.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with effective classroom management.
• Coordinates health monitoring andSupports para-educators' attention to health needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Foundation for Blind Children in Phoenix, AZ seeks a full-time Special Education Teacher for a nine-month position. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to deliver individualized instruction under IEPs and FERPA guidelines.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Special Education, Arizona teaching certificate, CPR/First Aid, and experience with PECS and Structured Teaching. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO, and life insurance.