Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Gilbert, Arizona is seeking a dedicated Middle School Special Education Teacher for an immediate-start contract. The role leads a Functional Academic / SCILLS classroom for moderate-to-low cognitive learners, with strong paraprofessional support and a small ~10-student caseload.

You will develop and implement IEPs, provide functional communication and life skills instruction, and collaborate with parents, therapy teams, and school staff to maintain a supportive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate (Cross-Categorical / Mild-Moderate / Moderate-Severe).
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• SEI endorsement.
• Available to begin onboarding immediately upon clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver functional academic and life-skills instruction for low-cognitive learners.
• Write and track progress for IEPs for a ~10-student caseload.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals to ensure structured daily support and a safe learning environment.
• Foster a structured classroom culture focused on functional communication, independence, and basic academic growth.
• Collaborate with parents, therapy support teams, and school administration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate (Cross-Categorical, Mild/Moderate, or Moderate/Severe)

Job description

Special Education (ESS) Teacher – Middle School (Functional Academics / SCILLS)

Location: Gilbert, AZ

Position Type: Full-Time Contract

Term: Immediate Start | 2026–2027 School Year

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Middle School Special Education Teacher for an immediate-start contract role with a partner district in Gilbert, Arizona. This position leads a Functional Academic / SCILLS (Self-Contained Intensive Language & Life Skills) classroom for middle school students who are cognitively low. This is a highly supported setting with a low caseload and dedicated paraprofessional support, where behaviors and aggression are generally minimal.

Position Highlights

• Caseload Size: Small, focused caseload of ~10 students
• Classroom Support: Dedicated Paraprofessional support in the classroom

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored functional academic and life-skills instruction designed for low-cognitive learners.
• Manage, write, and track progress for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a manageable caseload of 10 students.
• Direct and collaborate with classroom paraprofessionals to ensure structured, daily support and a safe learning environment.
• Foster a positive, structured classroom culture focused on functional communication, independence, and basic academic growth.
• Collaborate closely with parents, therapy support teams, and school administration.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Certification: Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate (Cross-Categorical, Mild/Moderate, or Moderate/Severe).
• Clearance: Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Endorsements: Structured English Immersion (SEI) endorsement.
• Availability: Ready to begin onboarding immediately upon clearance.