Special Education Teacher - Peoria, AZ

Pediatric Developmental Services; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team and work in a welcoming school setting. You will develop and implement IEPs, collaborate with staff and families, and help students reach their potential.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in a relevant field, AZ Special Education certificate, AZ teaching license, and experience with K-12 and IEP meetings. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, vision, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Special Education Certificate per AZ Department of Education requirements.
• Arizona Teaching Licensure required.
• Specific certification examples: Early Childhood Education Certificate, CC for Cross Category Specialists.
• Experience with IEP writing and meetings.
• Experience working with K-12 children.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate progress and challenges with staff and family.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and obtain administrator approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to support progress.
• Invite families to participate in educational progress.
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly.
• Coordinate with on-site therapist regarding behavioral issues.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

IEP writing experience

Experience with K-12

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education or related field

AZ Special Education Certificate

AZ Teaching Licensure

Early Childhood Education Certificate

CC for Cross Category Specialists

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher 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?

If you feel that would be right for this Special Educator position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

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.