Visual Impairment SPED Teacher — Shape IEPs & Growth

Pediatric Developmental Services; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Special Education Teacher- Visual Impairment to join our team in a supportive school environment. The role focuses on developing IEPs, collaborating with families and staff, and delivering tailored instruction for students with visual impairments.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with AZ Special Education certification and an AZ teaching license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Special Education Certificate per AZ requirements.
• Arizona Teaching Licensure.
• Specific certifications as applicable (e.g., Early Childhood Education Certificate).
• Experience with IEP writing and meetings.
• Experience with K-12 children.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

IEP writing

K-12 experience

Family collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Special Education Certificate (AZ)

AZ Teaching Licensure

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Special Education Teacher- Visual Impairment to join our team in a supportive school environment. The role focuses on developing IEPs, collaborating with families and staff, and delivering tailored instruction for students with visual impairments.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with AZ Special Education certification and an AZ teaching license.