Special Education Teacher: Student Support & IEP

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

Arizona retirement system

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a certified Special Education classroom teacher who will translate the district curriculum into meaningful instruction and support students’ intellectual and emotional growth. You will maintain a positive environment, align lessons with IEP goals, and collaborate with families and school staff to ensure student success.

Candidates must hold a valid Arizona teaching certificate, a bachelor’s degree in special education or related field, and meet MPS requirements for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, appropriate for subject area
• Course work should include Foundations of special education, behavior management techniques, assessment and evaluation methods, instructional strategies for students with disabilities and inclusive teaching practices

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques
• Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents
• Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation
• Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning
• Creates instructional materials and assessment documents that align with learning objectives and delivery of instruction
• Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools and uses this information to make instructional and management decisions
• Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom and campus management in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations
• Develops an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each student utilizing information obtained from the completed assessments
• Develops appropriate lesson plans or implementation plans consistent with IEP goals and objectives
• Determines the subject matter, instructional techniques, and modified learning outcomes as specified on the IEP
• Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress
• Works with parents, school personnel, related service personnel, and other representatives of other agencies to provide an appropriate education for each student
• Produces, utilizes, and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline
• Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning
• Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Skills

Communication skills

IEP knowledge

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field

Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate

Course work: Foundations of special education, behavior management, assessment & evaluation, instructional strategies, inclusive teaching practices

Job description

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a certified Special Education classroom teacher who will translate the district curriculum into meaningful instruction and support students’ intellectual and emotional growth. You will maintain a positive environment, align lessons with IEP goals, and collaborate with families and school staff to ensure student success.

Candidates must hold a valid Arizona teaching certificate, a bachelor’s degree in special education or related field, and meet MPS requirements for