K-8 Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education • Surprise, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cross Country Education is hiring a K-8 Special Education Teacher in Surprise, Arizona. The teacher provides specialized instruction, accommodations, and curriculum modifications for students with disabilities, aligned with their IEP goals, services, and individual learning needs. The role supports students in either an Elementary Resource setting or a Middle School structured, self-contained (STC-2) classroom, using evidence-based instructional strategies, visual supports, and appropriate curriculum resources.

The teacher collaborates with general education teachers, families, administrators, related service providers, and support staff to promote inclusive instruction and student success. The position also involves monitoring student progress, maintaining IEP-related documentation and data, and implementing individualized accommodations, modifications, and behavior supports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Arizona Special Education Certification (ADE); alternative teaching certifications are not accepted.
• Active IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Certification.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs through IEP implementation, differentiated instruction, and collaborative service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction, accommodations, and curriculum modifications aligned with students’ IEP goals, services, and learning needs.
• Support students in an Elementary Resource or Middle School structured, self-contained (STC-2) classroom.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies, visual supports, and appropriate curriculum resources.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, administrators, related service providers, and support staff.
• Monitor student progress and maintain IEP-related documentation and data.
• Implement individualized accommodations, modifications, and behavior supports.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $48.80–$49.80 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Consistent 37.5-hour workweek and school-based schedule.
• Paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time