Campus Special Education (Push-In) Teacher 26/27 SY - Phoenix Early Learning Center

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc•Phoenix, AZ

4d•$58,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools. Arizona’s first and only autism-focused charter school is expanding and seeking highly-skilled Special Education Teachers to serve as Campus Special Education Teacher, overseeing the delivery of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) in classrooms and serving as case manager for students in those classrooms. Under the supervision and direction of the Campus Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, the Campus Special Education (Push-In) Teacher will support the development of IEPs, implementation of SDI, progress monitoring, and overall student success in our programs. Candidates must be experienced in the correct design, implementation, and oversight of research-based educational strategies for students with disabilities, ABA teaching strategies, and have significant experience conducting these activities within school settings. The Master Special Education Teacher will work hand-in-hand with the school leadership to promote a positive school culture that focuses on implementing a best practices education model to achieve optimal results for students on the autism spectrum.

Requirements

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Valid Special Education Teaching Certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and teaching a caseload of students with disabilities
At least 3 years of experience working with students with moderate to severe disabilities
Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate IEP Service and delivery of Specially Designed Instruction for designated students
Manage all aspects of the IEP, including scheduling meetings, completing paperwork, and monitoring progress.
Manage educational programming for students on caseload
Support classroom staff in the implementation of each IEP
Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.
Oversight of staff creating a safe learning environment
Oversight of accommodations and modifications to the adopted curriculum
Analyze IEP data bi-weekly to make instructional decisions
Parent communication
Training and oversight of structured teaching planning, organizing, and implementing
Staff communication/feedback
Collaboration with ABA Managers for behavior and/or data analysis
Maintain substitute plans in case of absence
Participate in all duties and responsibilities as appropriate for an AZACS faculty member
Collect, analyze, and report data in a meaningful manner
Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential job duty
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

A school located at a new state-of-the-art Autism Center
Competitive pay based on experience
Eligible to participate in benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, critical care, hospitalization, scheduled accident coverage, voluntary supplemental life, and pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
80 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays
Paid fall, winter, and spring breaks
Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
401K with a company match
Complementary access to Calm Health for you and up to 5 of your loved ones
Great professional development and advancement opportunities