Special Education Resource Teacher IEP-Driven Classrooms

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated classroom teacher to translate district standards into engaging instruction and maintain a positive environment that meets diverse student needs. You will collaborate with families and specialists to implement IEPs and district goals.

The role requires a valid AZ teaching certificate and a BA in special education or related field. This is a full-time position with 187 workdays and a base salary of $55,886, plus annual performance pay and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, appropriate for subject area.
• Course work should include Foundations of special education, behavior management techniques, assessment and evaluation methods, instructional strategies for students with disabilities and inclusive teaching practices

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques
• Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents
• Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation
• Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning
• Creates instructional materials and assessment documents that align with learning objectives and delivery of instruction
• Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement
• Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom and campus management in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations
• Develops an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each student utilizing information obtained from the completed assessments
• Develops appropriate lesson plans or implementation plans consistent with IEP goals and objectives
• Determines the subject matter, instructional techniques, and modified learning outcomes as specified on the IEP
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress
• Works with parents, school personnel, related service personnel, and other representatives of other agencies to provide an appropriate education for each student
• Produces, utilizes, and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline
• Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning
• Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Skills

Communication skills

Subject matter knowledge

Classroom management

IEP knowledge

De-escalation techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Arizona teaching certificate

Foundations of special education coursework

Job description

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated classroom teacher to translate district standards into engaging instruction and maintain a positive environment that meets diverse student needs. You will collaborate with families and specialists to implement IEPs and district goals.

The role requires a valid AZ teaching certificate and a BA in special education or related field. This is a full-time position with 187 workdays and a base salary of $55,886, plus annual performance pay and other