Middle School Special Education Teacher

Sonoran Schools • Tucson, AZ

1d • $60,250 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Sonoran Science Academy Tucson is an A-rated, STEM-focused public charter school and part of the Sonoran Schools network, a leader in K-12 STEM education since 2001. We serve a diverse student population across the greater Tucson area with a rigorous, college-prep curriculum and a strong commitment to developing the whole child. We value a professional culture built on collaboration, growth, and high expectations where educators are supported, challenged, and encouraged to make a lasting impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or Special Education.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and administration.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Special Education Certification
• Arizona Teaching Certification or Early Childhood Certification

Responsibilities

• Providing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborating with general education teachers, school psychologists, reading specialists, speech and hearing specialists, and administration to develop integrated support plans for students in their least restrictive environments.
• Creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guiding students toward curriculum goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicating those objectives to students.
• Writing Review of Existing Data (RED) reports and Individualized Education Plans for students.
• Conducting IEP meetings and Review of Existing Data meetings with student families.
• Maintaining accurate, complete, and compliant records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Encouraging students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance with employer contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability plans.
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 13%, eligible starting Day 1.
• Health savings account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level