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

Sun Valley Academy•Glendale, AZ

1d•$30,000 - $35,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Special Education Teacher provides appropriate accommodations and modifications to the set curriculum, identifies students’ individual needs, creates a supportive and effective learning environment, and ensures students have the resources they need to succeed. This is a part-time position in Glendale, with a schedule of 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 position is non-exempt and is listed with an annual salary of $30,000–$35,000, depending on experience. The role includes providing instruction and classroom management for students with special needs, implementing Individual Education Plans, monitoring progress, supporting student behavior and social integration, and providing personal care and supervision as needed. The teacher collaborates with teachers, parents, administrators, and community partners and performs related duties as assigned. Sun Valley Academy is a charter school district serving the Avondale and South Mountain communities. Its approach focuses on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and a nurturing environment. The school promotes diversity and inclusion, community partnerships, and sustainable practices.

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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and classroom management services for students with special needs.
Provide instruction to whole groups, individual students, and small groups.
Support students in achieving academic success, social integration, and personal care and supervision.
Develop and implement strategies to reinforce 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 fully participate in activities.
Implement students’ Individual Education Plans and monitor their progress.
Maintain 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 tests.
Collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, administrators, and community partners.
Work one-to-one with students, including those with sensory, cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.