Special Education Teacher - K-12

Cross Country Education; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonuses and incentives

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

37.5-hour workweek

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide resource support for students with diverse learning needs during the 2026–2027 school year in Surprise, AZ.

The position focuses on providing specialized instruction, implementing IEPs, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining compliant documentation to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Active Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Arizona Special Education Certification required; alternative certifications are not accepted
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and academic support to K–2 and high school students in resource classroom settings, adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs.
• Implement and monitor IEPs, accommodations, and individualized instructional strategies to support student progress and achievement.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance with special education requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day? Join Cross Country Education as a Special Education Teacher and provide resource support to students with diverse learning needs, helping them achieve academic success throughout the 2026–2027 school year in Surprise, AZ.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction and academic support to K–2 and high school students in resource classroom settings, adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs.
• Implement and monitor IEPs, accommodations, and individualized instructional strategies to support student progress and achievement.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance with special education requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Arizona Special Education Certification required; alternative teaching certifications are not accepted
• Active Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $48.80 - $49.80per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 37.5-hour workweek, school-based schedule, and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2