Special Education Coordinators and Teachers - Multiple locations Phoenix Valley

Great Hearts Academies; Anthem (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in the Phoenix area is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Coordinator (ESS Coordinator / Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher) to support students in our special education program.

You will plan and deliver specially designed instruction, coordinate IEPs, collaborate with related service providers and general education staff, and communicate with parents.

This exempt, on-site role reports to the Headmaster and may require local travel for training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of special education experience.
• SPED certifications preferred/acceptable.
• US work authorization required; OPT/CPT accepted.

Responsibilities

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Skills

SPED certification

AZ Mild to Moderate SPED

K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED

IEP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Position Title: Exceptional Student Services Coordinator - ESS Coordinator / Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher

Location: Multiple Locations in the Phoenix Area

Reports To: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: starting at $48,370

Great 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

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Required/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 isrequired, 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.