Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Weekly pay

Support team

Job summary

Cross Country Education is hiring Special Education Teachers for multiple school-based opportunities across Arizona. Positions include K–12th grade in resource and self-contained settings, with ASAP start and May 28, 2027 end date.

Roles are full-time and W-2, offering benefits and strong team support. Openings in Phoenix and Tempe districts provide diverse grade levels and settings, enabling a match with your preferred instructional environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Arizona Special Education teaching certification/credential.
• Experience with students with disabilities preferred.
• Strong collaboration with school teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students receiving special education services.
• Develop and implement individualized instruction based on IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families.
• Monitor progress and maintain educational documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to IEP development and implementation.
• Adapt curriculum and materials to meet individual needs.
• Support students in resource, self-contained, and inclusion settings.

Skills

Special Education

Collaboration

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Arizona Special Education teaching certification/credential

Job description

Now Hiring: Special Education Teachers – Arizona

Cross Country Education is seeking Special Education Teachers for multiple school-based opportunities across Arizona. We have openings serving students from K–12th grade, including resource and self-contained settings.

Locations & Openings:

• Phoenix, AZ - Phoenix Union High School District: 9th–12th Grade Special Education
• Tempe, AZ – Tempe Elementary School District: K–8th Grade Resource & Self-Contained

Start Date:

ASAP

End Date:

May 28, 2027

Schedule:

Full-time school-based positions

Compensation:

$50–55+/hr based on experience (W-2)

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits that are with you year round
• 401(k) with employer match
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated support from your Cross Country Education team

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students receiving special education services
• Develop and implement individualized instruction based on student needs and IEP goals
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational documentation
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of IEPs
• Adapt curriculum, instruction, and classroom materials to meet individual student needs
• Support students in resource, self-contained, and/or inclusion settings depending on the assignment

Requirements

• Appropriate Arizona Special Education teaching certification/credential
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively within a school-based team
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom-management skills
• Must be eligible to work in a school setting in Arizona

Why This Role?

With multiple Special Education openings across the Phoenix metro area, these positions offer the opportunity to find an assignment aligned with your preferred grade level and instructional setting. Whether you specialize in resource, self-contained, or secondary special education, we may have an opportunity that fits your experience.

Cross Country Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. We are proud to be an FCIHO employer.