Special Education Teacher (6-12)

Great Hearts Academies; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 44,370 - 68,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits

401K matching

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Coordinator/Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher at North Phoenix Preparatory Academy to support students with disabilities within inclusive classrooms.

The role includes planning specially designed instruction, coordinating with related service providers, drafting IEPs and Prior Written Notices, leading meetings, and maintaining regular communication with families and staff to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree preferred
• 1-2 years of special education experience
• Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Title

Exceptional Student Services Coordinator/Cross-Categorical Resource Teacher

Location

North Phoenix Preparatory Academy (14100 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032)

Compensation Type

Salaried

Compensation Amount

$44,370-$68,440

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Matching 401K program
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, fromgreat booksseminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Position Summary

Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Required/Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience

1-2 years of special education experience.

Required/Preferred Skills

Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.

Physical Functions

Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US work authorization isrequired, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.