Special Education Teacher - Phoenix, AZ

ProCare Therapy; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a qualified Special Education teacher for a full-time contract in Phoenix, AZ, supporting students in self-contained behavior classrooms for those with autism and related needs. The position runs Aug 3 to May 21, 2027, onsite near Phoenix.

Ideal candidates hold Arizona licensure and K-12 SPED certification, with strong commitment to diverse learners, collaboration with families and therapists to implement IEPs and assessments, and experience with behavior support and

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Standard Arizona Secondary Teaching License.
• Current K-12 Special Education certificate required.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card mandatory.
• Experience in self-contained behavior or autism support classrooms preferred.
• Understanding and responsiveness to the needs of at-risk, ethnically diverse, LEP, and exceptional students.
• Proven background in developing and implementing special services activities in line with guidelines.
• Completion of E.E.E.I. training or willingness to participate in staff development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and structured support to students in a self-contained environment.
• Foster growth in prosocial behavior and self-regulation.
• Collaborate with faculty, therapists, and families to create and implement IEPs.
• Prepare and maintain special education documentation and assessments in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to meet students academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

Skills

Behavior classrooms

Autism support

Diverse learners

IEP collaboration

Staff development

Education

Arizona Standard Secondary Teaching License

K-12 Special Education certificate

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract position focused on supporting students with diverse learning needs in a full-time capacity. This opportunity centers on working within self-contained behavior classrooms, specifically designed for students with autism and those requiring structured intensive support. The role runs from August 3 to May 21, 2027, situated onsite near Phoenix, AZ.

Ideal candidates are passionate educators with a demonstrated ability to engage students who may have emotional disabilities or other eligibility areas, especially those navigating challenges with prosocial and self-regulatory skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must hold a valid Standard Arizona Secondary Teaching License
• Current K-12 Special Education certificate required
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card mandatory
• Experience in self-contained behavior or autism support classrooms strongly preferred
• Understanding and responsiveness to the needs of at-risk, ethnically diverse, limited English proficient, and exceptional students
• Proven background in developing and implementing special services activities, adhering to federal, state, and district guidelines
• Completion of Essential Element of Effective Instruction (E.E.E.I.) training or willingness to participate in staff development

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality instruction and structured support to students in a self-contained environment
• Foster growth in prosocial behavior and self-regulation
• Collaborate with faculty, therapists, and families to create and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Prepare and maintain special education documentation and assessments in compliance with regulatory standards
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to meet students academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs

Your dedication in this role will have a lasting impact on students educational journeys, helping cultivate skills for future success.