Special Education Teacher

Heritage Academy Schools; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Academy Schools in Maricopa, AZ seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a full-time on-site role. You will design and deliver specialized instruction aligned to IEPs and standards, differentiating lessons and supporting scholars with diverse needs.

You will collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to ensure inclusive practices, monitor progress, and maintain documentation while fostering a respectful classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with learners who have a range of disabilities.
• Strong teaching skills, including lesson planning and differentiation.
• Experience with middle school learners and developmental needs.
• Clear, professional communication with scholars, families, and staff.
• Knowledge of IEP development and compliance with regulations.
• Ability to use educational technology and data to support instruction.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse learning needs.
• Provide academic and behavioral support, monitor progress.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings and school initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and foster an inclusive classroom.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Collaboration

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s in Special Education

Special Ed certification eligible

Job description

Company Description

Heritage Academy Schools is dedicated to promoting personal greatness in its scholars through a rigorous, values-based educational experience. The school emphasizes learning from the powerful lessons of the Founding Fathers and Mothers to help students develop character, leadership, and civic responsibility. Heritage Academy focuses on preparing scholars to thoughtfully address modern challenges using historical principles and critical thinking. Educators at Heritage Academy are part of a mission-driven community that values academic excellence, moral integrity, and individualized support for every learner.

Role Description

The Special Education Teacher is a full-time, on-site role located at Heritage Academy Schools in Maricopa, AZ. This role is responsible for planning and delivering specialized instruction to middle school scholars with diverse learning needs, in alignment with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and school curriculum standards. Daily responsibilities include differentiating lessons, providing academic and behavioral support, monitoring progress, and maintaining accurate documentation. The teacher collaborates with general education teachers, support staff, and families to ensure inclusive practices and effective accommodations. The role also involves participating in IEP meetings, contributing to school initiatives, and fostering a positive, respectful classroom environment that supports each scholar’s growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with scholars with a range of Disabilities and Special Education needs.
• Strong Teaching skills, including lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional differentiation.
• Experience working with Middle School learners and understanding of their developmental and academic needs.
• Clear and professional Communication skills for collaborating with scholars, families, and staff.
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field; valid state teaching certification in Special Education (or eligibility to obtain).
• Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
• Ability to use educational technology and data to support instruction and track student growth.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, culturally responsive, and safe learning environment.