(Glendale) Part-Time Special Education Teacher (October Start)

Sun Valley Academy•Glendale, AZ

2d•$30,000 - $35,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher provides appropriate accommodations and modifications to the curriculum, identifies students’ individual needs, creates a supportive and effective learning environment, and ensures students have the resources they need to succeed. The role provides instruction and classroom management for students with special needs, including whole-group, small-group, and one-to-one instruction. It also includes behavioral support, including physical management, and support for students’ academic success, social integration, personal care, and supervision. The teacher develops and implements strategies and materials based on students’ needs and abilities, implements Individual Education Plans and monitors progress, and maintains instructional and student records. The role also supports students inside and outside the classroom, helps with equipment and supplies, assists with transportation and field trips, and monitors students during meals and recess. The teacher administers and scores student testing and collaborates with teachers, families, administrators, and community partners. This is a part-time, non-exempt position in Glendale. The schedule is Monday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The posting lists an annual salary of $30,000–$35,000, depending on experience (DOE).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
State certification in Special Education.
Experience teaching Special Education in grades K–8.
Confidence and enthusiasm for quickly learning and using technology.
Knowledge and understanding of state and/or national content standards.
Strong skills working with students with diverse needs and skill levels.
Strong oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, including behavioral support involving physical management.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and classroom management services for students with special needs.
Provide instruction to whole groups, individual students, and small groups.
Support students’ academic success, social integration, personal care, and supervision.
Devise and implement strategies for reinforcing skills based on each child’s special needs and abilities.
Develop and prepare instructional materials and training modules.
Establish and reinforce acceptable student behavior, attitudes, and social skills.
Support individual students inside and outside the classroom so they can participate fully in activities.
Implement students’ Individual Education Plans and monitor their progress.
Maintain records for the instructional program and student records.
Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies.
Monitor and assist with transporting students to and from school and on field trips.
Monitor and assist students during meals and recess.
Use a variety of activities and materials.
Administer and score student testing.
Develop and maintain effective collaborations with teachers, parents, administrators, and community partners.
Work one-to-one with students, including students with sensory, cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.