SY 2026-2027 Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Reports to: Special Education Director/ Principal

We are looking for a Special Education (SPED) Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators at Desert View Middle School.

At DVMS we implement a growth mindset and believe all students can learn and demonstrate growth. The SPED teacher will inspire and guide students in mastering skills and achieving individual goals.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the building Principal and Leader of Special Education the Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with various disabilities. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated policies and procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

Responsibilities

Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each students IEP.

Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.

Employs various teaching techniques methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.

Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include present levels of educational performance special education needs instructional goals and objectives and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.

Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies

Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each students IEP.

Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources.

Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations

Monitor students behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed

Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict

Essential Functions of the Position

Provide instruction sufficient to achieve student performance results while

maintaining professionalism with students co-workers administrators volunteers and parents

Assure instructional integrity

Maintain a positive learning culture

Comply with all policies and organizational processes and support the overall mission and vision of Desert View Academy

Maintain all safety rules and expectations

Ability to problem solve

Self-starter with the ability to multitask establish and rearrange priorities and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional organizational and project management skills

Attend all professional development meetings and opportunities for professional growth

Display a continual focus on self-improvement and continuous learning

Understand and use digital curriculum; both the student and teacher view

Participate in outdoor activities ie playground supervision safety drills and activities traffic duties etc.

All other duties as assigned by the Administration

Essential Qualifications

Proven experience as a Special Education teacher or relevant role

Knowledge of current special education methodologies

Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities

Ability to implement IEPs

A patient resourceful and resilient personality

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

IVP Level DPS issued Fingerprint Clearance Card

Valid AZ Special Education teaching certificate

Bachelors degree in Special Education

Working Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Operate a computer and other electronic devices which require repetitive

motions

Position oneself to assist staff students or other duties as assigned

Work primarily indoors with exposure to fluorescent lighting

May also be exposed to outdoor elements when performing

outside responsibilities

Occasional travel

Frequent prolonged and irregular hours

The preceding statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

This job description is subject to change at any time. By signing this job description I am indicating that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. If at any point I am unable to perform the essential functions of the job I will discuss it with administration or Human Resources.