Special Education Resource Teacher - Impactful Classrooms

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated classroom teacher for special education, to translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences and maintain a positive classroom environment. You will deliver instruction aligned with IEP goals and collaborate with families and service providers to support student growth.

Candidates must hold an Arizona teaching certificate and demonstrate knowledge of behavior management, assessment practices, and inclusive teaching.

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).
• 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

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Instructional skills

De-escalation techniques

IEP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Arizona teaching certificate

Foundations of special education / behavior management

Tools

IEP documentation

Curriculum guides

Assessment tools

Job description

Mesa Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated classroom teacher for special education, to translate district standards into meaningful learning experiences and maintain a positive classroom environment. You will deliver instruction aligned with IEP goals and collaborate with families and service providers to support student growth.

Candidates must hold an Arizona teaching certificate and demonstrate knowledge of behavior management, assessment practices, and inclusive teaching.