Special Education Teacher

EAGLE College Prep Schools; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

EAGLE College Prep Schools in Phoenix, AZ seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to lead instruction for scholars within the classroom and assigned grade levels. You will partner with families, scholars, and school leadership to drive academic achievement and character development.

You will design daily plans, employ differentiated strategies, monitor progress with data, and maintain accurate records. A strong commitment to urban education and collaborative teamwork is essential for success

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent is required.
• Arizona State Special Education Teacher Certification is required.
• Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred for this role.
• At least 1–3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus.
• Experience with urban communities and families is valued.
• Proven track record of student achievement results.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction and training of scholars in the classroom and assigned grade levels.
• Develop and implement daily instruction plans aligned to goals.
• Use differentiated, research-based instructional strategies for rigorous learning.
• Conduct interim assessments and analyze data to monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate records including attendance, behavior, and progress reports.
• Provide vigilant supervision for scholars' safety on campus and at events.
• Collaborate with scholars, parents, and school administration to promote academic success and character development.
• Engage in professional development and participate in staff meetings and events.
• Support recruitment efforts and contribute to extra-curricular activities as needed.

Skills

Strong instructional & classroom mgmt

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent

Arizona State Special Education Teacher Certification

Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Under the direction of the Principal, theSpecial Education Teacher will lead the instruction and training of scholars in his or her classroom and/or assigned grade level(s). The Special Education Teacher will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to ensure that academic success and character development are achieved by all scholars in the classroom.

• Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
• Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals
• Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences
• Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding
• Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
• Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.
• Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
• Provide reasonable vigilance for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
• Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments
• Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
• Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
• Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
• Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
• Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events
• Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours
• Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed
• Perform other duties as requested or required

Serving Leader

• Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions

Collaborative Relationships

• Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
• Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities

Resource Management

• Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.

Forming Character

• Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
• Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
• Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development

Academic Excellence

• Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
• Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
• Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent required
• Arizona State Special Education Teacher Certification
• Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred
• At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus
• Experience working with students and families in urban communities
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
• Proven track record of student achievement results

Personal Qualities

• Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Expecting Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis
• Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
• Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
• Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
• Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving

  An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.