POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Special Education Teacher provides intensive individualized instruction and behavioral support to students with significant disabilities whose needs require a highly structured self-contained educational setting. This role focuses on supporting students academic behavioral and functional skill development in alignment with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) state standards and district expectations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary
Provide direct instruction to students with moderate to severe disabilities in a self-contained classroom setting
Design implement and monitor individualized data-driven instructional programs aligned with IEP goals
Develop and maintain a structured predictable and supportive learning environment
Implement positive behavior supports behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de-escalation strategies as needed
Collect analyze and report student data to inform instruction and document progress
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including related service providers administrators and families
Lead and participate in IEP meetings progress reporting and compliance documentation
Supervise and collaborate with instructional assistants and paraprofessional staff
Utilize assistive technology and adaptive materials to support student access and engagement
Maintain compliance with IDEA state regulations district policies and safety procedures
Work is primarily conducted in a self-contained classroom with small student-to-staff ratios
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):
Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited institution
Valid state certification in Special Education (appropriate grade level and disability category)
Knowledge of special education laws IEP development and due process requirements
Experience or training working with students with significant behavioral cognitive or developmental needs
Strong classroom management and behavior support skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff families and service providers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
SEI Endorsement required
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):
Licensing Requirements:
Appropriate Teaching Certificate for position applied for from Arizona Department of Education (ADE)
KEY COMPETENCIES: (position requirements at entry):
Experience in self-contained or intensive special education programs
Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) behavior management or trauma-informed practices preferred
Experience supervising paraprofessionals
Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing pulling lifting finger dexterity grasping talking hearing seeing and repetitive motions.
Position requires the ability to manage a physically and emotionally demanding classroom environment
May include standing lifting or assisting students with mobility personal care or toileting as needed
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts odors chemicals extreme temperatures inadequate lighting workspace restrictions and intense noises.
NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Required Experience:
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PAY GRADE: Certified Salary ScheduleFLSA STATUS: ExemptPOSITION OBJECTIVE: The Special Education Teacher provides intensive individualized instruction and behavioral support to students with significant disabilities whose needs require a highly structured self-contained educational setting. This rol...
PAY GRADE: Certified Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Special Education Teacher provides intensive individualized instruction and behavioral support to students with significant disabilities whose needs require a highly structured self-contained educational setting. This role focuses on supporting students academic behavioral and functional skill development in alignment with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) state standards and district expectations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary
Provide direct instruction to students with moderate to severe disabilities in a self-contained classroom setting
Design implement and monitor individualized data-driven instructional programs aligned with IEP goals
Develop and maintain a structured predictable and supportive learning environment
Implement positive behavior supports behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de-escalation strategies as needed
Collect analyze and report student data to inform instruction and document progress
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including related service providers administrators and families
Lead and participate in IEP meetings progress reporting and compliance documentation
Supervise and collaborate with instructional assistants and paraprofessional staff
Utilize assistive technology and adaptive materials to support student access and engagement
Maintain compliance with IDEA state regulations district policies and safety procedures
Work is primarily conducted in a self-contained classroom with small student-to-staff ratios
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):
Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited institution
Valid state certification in Special Education (appropriate grade level and disability category)
Knowledge of special education laws IEP development and due process requirements
Experience or training working with students with significant behavioral cognitive or developmental needs
Strong classroom management and behavior support skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff families and service providers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
SEI Endorsement required
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):
Licensing Requirements:
Appropriate Teaching Certificate for position applied for from Arizona Department of Education (ADE)
KEY COMPETENCIES: (position requirements at entry):
Experience in self-contained or intensive special education programs
Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) behavior management or trauma-informed practices preferred
Experience supervising paraprofessionals
Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing pulling lifting finger dexterity grasping talking hearing seeing and repetitive motions.
Position requires the ability to manage a physically and emotionally demanding classroom environment
May include standing lifting or assisting students with mobility personal care or toileting as needed
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts odors chemicals extreme temperatures inadequate lighting workspace restrictions and intense noises.
NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
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