Preschool Teacher - Inclusion Model (2026-2027; Sechrist Elementary School)

Flagstaff Unified School District•Flagstaff, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool Teacher – Inclusion Model (ESS) provides instruction to preschool-age students, some of whom have special education needs. The teacher plans, organizes, and implements a learning environment that supports students in reaching their educational potential. Instruction is centered on students’ diverse needs, high achievement, collaboration, growth, and innovation. The position plans instruction aligned with Arizona State Standards, assesses student proficiency and support needs, prepares learning materials and activities, and uses effective strategies to engage students and support mastery. The teacher presents clear instruction, differentiates learning, provides feedback, promotes positive relationships, and maintains a classroom environment that is inclusive, safe, and conducive to learning. Professional responsibilities include attending IEP meetings and possibly creating Individual Education Plans, maintaining accurate records, communicating with families, collaborating on curriculum and instruction, and following applicable laws, district policies, and procedures. The teacher may monitor students and communicate with families, volunteers, assistant aides, and paraprofessionals in the classroom and other school settings. This is a 1.0 FTE position at Sechrist Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. The work takes place indoors in a classroom and outdoors in playground and other school settings, in all weather conditions and temperatures. The role involves contact with students, families, staff, and the public, and exposure to noise, dust, gas, and fumes. Assistance is available for physically demanding tasks.

Requirements

Current Arizona Department of Education Special Education Early Childhood certification, or Special Education K–12 certification combined with Early Childhood certification.
Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Language (ESL), or Bilingual endorsement required within one year of appointment; SEI teachers must have the endorsement at hire.
Current Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP fingerprint clearance card.
Applicants must be appropriately certified and provide proof before appointment and beginning the job assignment.
Arizona applicants should submit a current Arizona teacher certificate, current IVP fingerprint clearance card, and unofficial transcripts.
Out-of-state applicants should submit a current teacher certificate for their state and unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts and employment verifications are required at hire for salary placement.
All employees are subject to a criminal background check.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, read, analyze and evaluate student progress and curriculum, develop and evaluate plans, manage a classroom, promote learning, and ensure safety.
Ability to sit and move for extended periods, move between locations, reach, bend, stoop, and hold and grasp objects.

Responsibilities

Plan instruction aligned with Arizona State Standards and classroom and student objectives.
Assess students’ skills and determine proficiency and classroom supports.
Prepare lesson plans, procedures, materials, equipment, time, and space for instruction.
Plan engaging classroom activities that reinforce lessons.
Use effective instructional strategies to motivate students, support retention, and facilitate mastery.
Provide prompt, specific feedback on students’ work and behavior.
Present subject matter clearly and communicate lesson objectives, directions, and explanations.
Differentiate instruction and provide equitable opportunities for students to respond and practice skills.
Promote positive relationships and maintain an inclusive, supportive classroom environment and behavior system.
Attend IEP meetings and possibly create Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, and special reports, and communicate with students and parents.
Collaborate to plan curriculum and improve instruction; engage in professional self-development.
Refer students with special needs to counselors, specialists, or the school nurse as appropriate.
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom and care for school property and equipment.
Support school and District goals and administration in governing student conduct.
Enforce school policies, rules, and procedures in the classroom, on campus, and at school-related activities.
Comply with Arizona Revised Statutes, District policies, federal laws and regulations, and administrative guidelines.
Monitor students and communicate with families, volunteers, assistant aides, and paraprofessionals in school settings and during activities such as field trips.
Perform other duties as assigned by building administration or the Superintendent.