Special Education Preschool Teacher - Itinerant

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Preschool to provide high-quality, inclusive instruction and to foster early learning in a dynamic elementary setting.

You will design individualized lesson plans, deliver core subjects, use varied instructional strategies, assess progress, maintain records, collaborate with families and staff, and participate in professional development to support student success.

Qualifications

• Arizona certification/endorsement required for assignment.
• DPS IVP fingerprint clearance card required.
• Experience in early education or preschool setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach core subjects using district-approved curriculum and activities.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized and small-group instruction.
• Use diverse instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Assess academic and social growth and maintain progress records.
• Communicate with parents to discuss pupil progress and the school program.
• Collaborate with staff to support health, attitude and learning goals.
• Administer group standardized tests and participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Best teaching practices

Classroom management

Data assessment

Safety knowledge

First aid/CPR

Professional communication

Education

Arizona Dept of Education Certification/Endorsement

Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

POSITION: Special Education Teacher - Preschool

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt - 185 or 187 Day Contract

SALARY: Approved Certified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)

REPORTS TO: School Principal

General Statement Of Responsibilities And Principal Duties

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Knowledge of best practice teaching strategies
• Knowledge of best practices in classroom management
• Knowledge of data assessment and disaggregation
• Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of district rules of conduct and ethics
• Knowledge of relevant Governing Board Policies
• Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Professional communication skills effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; and maintain emotional control under stress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.

Required License/Certification

A valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement consistent with assignment and a valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org