Special Education Preschool Teacher - Itinerant

Maricopa Unified School District #20; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES in Maricopa, AZ seeks a Special Education Preschool Teacher - Itinerant to provide high-quality instruction and supports for young learners with disabilities. The teacher collaborates with general education staff, develops individualized lesson plans, and uses data to monitor progress.

Certification in appropriate program is required; position reports to the School Principal.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement required.
• Experience in special education and preschool setting preferred.
• Ability to develop individualized lesson plans and utilize progress data.

Responsibilities

• Teaches core subjects and specialized content to preschoolers with special needs.
• Develops and implements individualized education plans (IEPs) and adjusts instruction based on data.
• Collaborates with general education staff and families to support student learning.
• Creates engaging learning environments with displays and organized materials.
• Administers and interprets group assessments as part of district programs.

Job description

Special Education Preschool Teacher - Itinerant

Maricopa Unified School District #20 EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES - Maricopa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5914687

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $57,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nathaly Montano , Recruitment Specialist
• DISTRICT OFFICE
• Maricopa, Arizona 85138
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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