Special Education - Resource (2026/2027)
Litchfield Elementary School District #79•Palm Valley, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Special Education Resource Teacher will help build and enhance the self-image of students through positive reinforcement and successful school experiences. This role involves assisting in the identification and evaluation of students needing special education programs, adapting curriculum to individual needs, and maintaining student records and progress reports. The position also requires maintaining communication with staff, parents, and administration, supervising students, and engaging in professional growth within the field of special education.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in education.
- Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate in the field of Special Education.
- Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Nice To Haves
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the identification and evaluation of students in need of special education programs.
- Administers, transfers, and interprets diagnostic data as appropriate to his/her area.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
- Adapts the curriculum with individual plans and instructional materials to the needs of each pupil.
- Evaluates student's academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
- Maintains a program inventory of materials and supplies.
- Submits budget request needs.
- Participates in the developing of a District-in-service educational program.
- Maintains lines of communication with staff teachers, grade-level chairmen, students, parents, Special Education Coordinator, and Principals.
- Participates in faculty meetings, grade-level and special education meetings, and disseminates pertinent announcements and procedures.
- Conducts parent-student-teacher conferences.
- Reads professional literature pertinent to the field of special education.
- Maintains proper and adequate supervision of students at all times.
- Assists in supervising students in related activities outside of immediate classroom.
- Responsible for maintaining his/her personal growth and development in the areas of special education.
- Willing to participate in self-evaluation activities in order to improve one's self/professional outlook.
Benefits
- Salary and work year to be established by the Governing Board.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
