Special Education Developmental Preschool Teacher

RCM Health Care Services; Maricopa (AZ); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life/AD&D and LTD

Paid sick leave

401(k) savings plan

Dedicated recruiter support

Descripción de la vacante

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a full-time Developmental Preschool Teacher to support students in Maricopa Unified School District in Maricopa, Arizona. You will provide developmentally appropriate instruction and individualized support in an inclusive classroom.

The role requires collaboration with families, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, and other educational team members to support students’ academic, communication, social-emotional, behavioral, and

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
• AZ Special Education teaching certificate required.
• Arizona Early Childhood teaching certification required.
• Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide developmentally appropriate instruction based on individual needs.
• Develop and monitor individualized educational goals and progress.
• Create a structured, engaging classroom promoting independence and readiness.
• Collaborate with related service providers and school staff.
• Document student progress and maintain required compliance paperwork.
• Communicate regularly with families and participate in planning meetings.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and support staff as assigned.

Conocimientos

Early childhood development

Individualized instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration with families

Documentation skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Education

AZ Special Education teaching certificate

Arizona Early Childhood teaching certificate

Descripción del empleo

Developmental Preschool Teacher

Hourly Rate: $40.00–$45.00 per hour, based on experience and assignment

Location: Maricopa, AZ
Onsite – School Setting
Full-Time

Position Summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a full-time Developmental Preschool Teacher to support students within Maricopa Unified School District in Maricopa, Arizona.

The Developmental Preschool Teacher provides developmentally appropriate instruction and individualized support to preschool-aged students in an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. This role works collaboratively with families, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, and other members of the educational team to support students’ academic, communication, social-emotional, behavioral, and developmental growth.

The teacher will help create a structured, engaging learning environment while implementing individualized educational goals and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies.

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: Full-time, school-day schedule
• Location: In-person in Maricopa, AZ
• Setting: Developmental Preschool

Key Duties

• Provide developmentally appropriate instruction to preschool-aged students based on individual learning and developmental needs
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized educational goals and student progress
• Create a structured, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes independence, communication, social-emotional development, and school readiness
• Implement appropriate accommodations, modifications, instructional strategies, and behavioral supports based on student needs
• Collect and document student progress data to guide instructional decisions
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, paraprofessionals, administrators, and other members of the educational team
• Participate in educational planning meetings and communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
• Provide direction and support to classroom paraprofessionals or instructional assistants as appropriate
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, educational records, and required compliance paperwork
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and other required school activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by school or district administration

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field
• Required: Valid AZ Special Education teaching certificate

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid Arizona Early Childhood teaching certification appropriate for the assignment
• Required: Valid AZ Special Education teaching certificate
• Valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card, as required by the district
• Additional district-required credentials or clearances must be obtained and maintained throughout the assignment

Skills

• Strong understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate instructional practices
• Ability to individualize instruction based on students’ developmental and educational needs
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and district staff
• Ability to maintain accurate student documentation and monitor developmental and educational progressAbility to create a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment for young children

Benefits

• $40.00–$45.00 per hour, based on experience and assignment
• Competitive weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees age 21 and older can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.