Special Education Teacher: K-8, $58k-$64k, Sign-On Bonus

AMS Schools; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for our Peoria Advanced campus. You will work with students, families, general education teachers, and support staff to provide instruction and services aligned with IEPs.

The role requires Arizona State Certification in Special Education and a bachelor’s degree with teaching experience; you will differentiate instruction and monitor progress using data, with ongoing collaboration across the school network.

Qualifications

• Arizona State Certification in Special Education is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field with at least two years of K–8 teaching experience.
• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and special education services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with IEPs.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and update IEP goals.
• Differentiate instruction to support varied levels.
• Use data to evaluate growth and adjust instruction.
• Maintain accurate progress documentation and IEP requirements.
• Collaborate with teachers, paras, service providers, and administrators.
• Communicate with families about progress and goals.
• Participate in IEP and MDT meetings and conferences.
• Establish a structured, inclusive classroom environment.
• Use PBIS and behavioral supports.
• Engage in professional development and school meetings.
• Collaborate to improve instructional practices and outcomes.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

PBIS knowledge

Education

Arizona State Certification in Special Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field with 2+ years K–8 teaching experience

Job description

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for our Peoria Advanced campus. You will work with students, families, general education teachers, and support staff to provide instruction and services aligned with IEPs.

The role requires Arizona State Certification in Special Education and a bachelor’s degree with teaching experience; you will differentiate instruction and monitor progress using data, with ongoing collaboration across the school network.