Special Education Teacher

Vertex Education; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

On-site childcare discounts

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Legacy Traditional Schools in Tucson, AZ seeks a Special Education Teacher to connect one-on-one with students needing support, applying personalized learning approaches to drive progress. You will implement the curriculum, assess progress, and model positive behavior.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and a current K-12 Special Education certificate; background checks are required. Benefits include a $5,000 sign-on bonus, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Current K‑12 Special Education teaching certificate (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe) in the state of employment.
• Background check requirements must be accepted as per state law.

Responsibilities

• Create classroom environments that promote learning, student engagement, and optimal performance.
• Apply direct instruction techniques to guide students toward social, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Assess individual needs and develop personalized solutions for each student’s learning style and abilities.
• Master and implement the proven curriculum to guide learning toward goals.
• Evaluate student progress and encourage the upholding of school values.
• Model mature behavior and good character within and beyond the classroom.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

K-12 Special Education teaching certificate (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe) in the state of employment

Job description

Job Overview

As a Special Education Teacher at Legacy Traditional Schools, you will transform lives by connecting one‑on‑one with students needing special support, applying personalized learning approaches, and guiding them toward success.

Responsibilities

• Create classroom environments that promote learning, student engagement, and optimal performance.
• Apply direct instruction techniques to guide students through activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Assess individual needs, provide side‑by‑side support, and develop personalized solutions for each student’s learning style and abilities.
• Master and implement the proven curriculum, guiding learning toward curriculum goals.
• Evaluate student progress, celebrate accomplishments, and encourage the upholding of school values.
• Model mature behavior and good character within and beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Current K‑12 Special Education teaching certificate (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe) in the state of employment.
• Acceptance of background check requirements as stipulated by state law.

Additional Expectations

• Active participation in events outside normal hours and support for the school community.
• Physical activity including light lifting, sitting, standing, moving around campus, and occasional travel to other campuses.

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus of $5,000.
• Industry‑leading salary, rewards, referral bonuses, and paid time‑off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Discounted on‑site childcare and priority student enrollment.
• Retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, training, mentoring, and promotion opportunities.

Accommodation and Contact

For reasonable accommodation of the application process, contact [e-mail] or (480) 270‑5438.