Special Education Teacher

Point Quest Group•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves developing and implementing lesson plans, supervising paraprofessionals, managing a Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program, maintaining classroom management, attending and documenting IEP meetings, collaborating with staff and agencies, planning instruction based on data, and participating in professional development. The teacher will be responsible for creating an engaging and safe learning environment for students with various disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Valid CA Special Education Credential (Intern, Preliminary, Clear, Level 1, Level 2 acceptable).
Educational Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe disabilities, depending on classroom assignment.
2-5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs.
Experience in running a special day class and implementing curriculum and behavior interventions.
Proficient in written and verbal English, including business writing and professional communication.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Computer-literate with knowledge of standard software applications and internet.
DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Special Education strongly recommended.
Pro-Act, CPI, and/or CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Create effective lesson plans to be submitted each Friday for the following week, accommodating various student levels, including procedures for assessing knowledge, outlining content standards, and specifying curriculum.
Oversee and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
Manage the classroom's Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program, including tracking behavior points, maintaining the student store, and communicating with parents/guardians.
Ensure daily documentation of behavioral data in Point Quest's database.
Maintain a classroom environment that prioritizes student engagement and safety, implementing the behavior plan, modifying state-adopted curriculum, and employing strategies to effectively teach students with various disabilities.
Attend IEP meetings for students assigned to the classroom.
Write updates for each student's annual IEP in coordination with the school district.
Enter all IEP updates (Present Levels, BIP, ITP, and Goals) into SEIS 7 days prior to the scheduled meeting.
Work collaboratively with other staff and outside agencies to effectively educate each student.
Plan instruction and design learning experiences based on data.
Conduct summative assessments with each student no less than three times per year.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities, including twice-monthly teacher meetings and monthly all-staff trainings.
Engage in additional professional development outside of Point Quest.