Special Education Teacher | Peoria, Arizona
Peoria, AZ
Empower young learners to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment as a Special Education Teacher in a 1st–3rd grade self-contained classroom designed for students with Autism and Autism-like characteristics. Located near Peoria, AZ, this contract role offers the opportunity to work with a small class size—starting with 7 students and potentially expanding to 12, always supported by paraeducators to maintain a 3:1 ratio.
Your expertise will help foster growth, independence, and positive outcomes as you implement individualized education plans and creative instructional strategies. Experience the impact of your teaching each day surrounded by dedicated staff in a caring school community.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate (AZ SPED)
- Current IVP Fingerprint Card required
- Experience working with elementary students, especially those on the Autism spectrum, preferred
- Knowledge of effective classroom management and individualized instruction
- Strong communication and collaborative skills to engage with staff, students, and families
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized education plans (IEPs) for a caseload of 7–12 students
- Create a positive, structured, and nurturing classroom environment tailored to students with Autism
- Coordinate with paraeducators and related service providers to ensure effective instructional support
- Foster social, academic, and behavioral growth through evidence-based interventions and accommodations
- Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families to promote student success
- Maintain compliance with school and state documentation requirements
This full-time opportunity (40 hours per week) runs from ASAP through the end of the school year at a single, assigned site. Contribute your passion and expertise to a setting where your work genuinely makes a difference.
Take the next step in your teaching journey—submit your application today and make a lasting impact on young learners!
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