Special Education Teacher Elem (High Behavior) - Sierra Vista, AZ

Pediatric Developmental Services; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) in Arizona is hiring a Special Education Teacher Elementary-High Behavior to join our team in Sierra Vista. You will create and implement IEPs, collaborate with staff and families, and support students across K-12 with behavioral and academic needs.

We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution, plus an IRA with company matching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Special Education Certificate (AZ) and Arizona teaching licensure.
• Specific certifications (e.g., Early Childhood Education) where applicable.
• Experience with IEP writing and meetings.
• Experience with K-12 students.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute IEPs for each student in your care.
• Communicate progress and challenges with staff and families.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and obtain administrator approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Use reinforcement techniques to support behavior and learning.
• Invite families to participate in educational progress.
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly.
• Confer with on-site therapists regarding behavior issues.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

IEP writing

K-12 experience

Communication with families

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Special Education Certificate (AZ)

Arizona Teaching Licensure

Cross-category certifications (ECE, etc.)

IEP experience

K-12 experience

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher Elementary-High Behavior to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• Shall possess a Special Education Certificate (according to AZ Department of Education requirements)
• Shall possess an Arizona Teaching Licensure
• Shall have specific certification where applicable - examples: Early Childhood Education Certificate, CC for Cross Category Specialists
• Shall have experience with IEP writing, meetings etc
• Experience working with K-12 children

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist and educator that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.