2026-2027 Classroom Teacher - Special Education Resource

Chandler USD 80•Chandler, AZ

22h

About The Position

To provide an equitable, safe, and supportive learning environment that challenges and empowers all students to achieve their fullest potential, in alignment with the District’s mission and vision.

Requirements

Arizona Teaching Certificate
AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
SEI endorsement coursework completed
Appropriate approved areas/ endorsements may be required, depending on the area of instruction
Knowledge of computer applications

Responsibilities

Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs of students based on their skills, abilities, and unique circumstances
Provide research-based, specialized instruction to address instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
Develop and implement reasonable classroom rules that address behavior and procedure in a fair and consistent manner
Create a weekly lesson plan describing daily learning experiences correlated with the aims and/or objectives in the curriculum guide and/or course outline
Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce concepts and skills
Monitor and assess student progress to provide ongoing feedback, report quarterly progress, and report annual progress on IEP goals
Maintain both paper and electronic student records
Complete duties as Service Coordinator for students assigned to individual workload (to include IEP paperwork, special education assessment, quarterly progress reports, data collection, parent communication, collaboration with team members, attendance)
Identify and address specific student needs, and seek assistance from the site department chair
Communicate using organized, clear, and precise language
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing the development of proper student behavior
Use effective behavior management strategies when working with children identified with disabilities to provide interventions and develop behavior intervention plans
Develop and adhere to a class schedule addressing instructional periods, breaks, and inclusive practices
Create educational experiences that provide each student the opportunity to develop his/her potential
Promote and follow approved school district philosophy, policies, regulations, and procedures
Communicate concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents, and the community in a positive, professional, and ethical manner
Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding curriculum or environmental adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification, and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students identified with disabilities
Assume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
Assume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments
Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Attend parent conferences
Basic Knowledge of computers, software, and applications
Participate in department and school meetings
Participate in District and school initiatives
Meet additional job requirements as indicated by the District or site administration