2026-27 SPED Home Instruction Teacher - PVOnline

Paradise Valley USD 69•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The home instruction visiting teacher provides instructional services in the homes of students enrolled in the Paradise Valley Unified School District for students who qualify as Homebound students. Homebound students who qualify are unable to attend school due to medical conditions which prohibit them from attending a brick and mortar school. A flexible work schedule is required. This position is salaried. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Requirements

Must be detail oriented and self-motivated
Skills: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; teaching Arizona State recognized standards; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development.
Ability: gathering, collating, and/or classifying data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.
Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; working flexible hours.
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Special Education
SEI Endorsement Required
Criminal Background Clearance
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance

Nice To Haves

Job related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Delivers instructional services to eligible students, working collaboratively with faculty and staff to ensure that students are successfully progressing through the program
Meets regularly with assigned students on a regular basis as outlined in the teaching assignment
Develops a working relationship with students' parents/guardians, providing a primary point of contact
Receives teaching support materials delivering them to assigned students
Prepares, implements, and evaluates an educational plan for each student, including alignment to IEP objectives when appropriate
Provides appropriate accommodations and modifications to student programs based on individual student need
Utilizes, maintains, and stays current with knowledge and skills of the student information system
Maintains, submits, and/or retrieves accurate student records to include academic progress and student contact time
Provides timely feedback to both student and parent throughout the year
Completes student progress and grade reports in accordance with district requirements
Participates in Individualized Education Planning (IEP) meetings
Works effectively with peers, parents, administrators and others (including related service personnel) maintaining confidentiality requirements
Administers state assessments, midterms and final exams at predetermined district and/or home sites
Participates in professional development and trainings related to home instruction responsibilities
Utilizes Google Classroom and technology
Assists in student-re-entry to the home school campus
Meets established deadlines for required paperwork
Ability to work in various settings and flexibility with hours
Drives to and from district sites, students' homes and other agencies to provide services
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.