Teacher, Resource (Special Education) -2026-2027 School Year - All Schools

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher (Mild and Moderate)- 2 positions

1.Special Education Teacher Elementary, Pre K through 6 grade(Case Load - 20-26 approx.)

Mild/Moderate experience, Valid Licenses required

2. Special Education Teacher, High school (9 grade through 12 grade) (Case Load 25-40 approx.)

Mild and moderate experience, Valid licenses required

About the Role

While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will provide sound and consistent instruction to students, modifying curriculum as needed, to support academic growth that enables each student to reach their full potential.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Supports the Mission, Vision and goals of J.O. Combs Unified School District

Plans and implements direct instruction in all core subject areas as needed per IEP

Maintains the physical environment of the classroom for organization and maximum instructional opportunities

Instructs individuals and groups

Monitors student progress

Tracks data on monitoring and on IEP goals

Adapts or Modifies curriculum as needed for appropriate instructional level of students

Follows special education department procedures for developing, holding, and turning in student documentation including, but not limited to, IEPs, MET reports, Progress notes, and report cards

Maintains effective contact with parents

Administers, scores and writes reports for achievement testing

Collaborates with general education teachers having students on IEPs in their classes

Trains paraprofessionals to support students in general education classes both academically and behaviorally and to gather data on goals

Participates in Professional Leaning Committees when appropriate

Ensures appropriate accommodations are in place for general education classroom teacher to implement

Develops an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each student

Conducts IEPs in "real time"

Serves as team member for FBA and PBIP plan

Administers assessments to students on case load, included but not limited to: STARS, DIBELS, state-wide test

If appropriate, develops transition plans outlining specific steps to prepare students for post-secondary study

Participates in professional development in the district and outside of the district when appropriate

Attends staff meetings and serve on committees as required

May be required to participate in student's meetings which occur beyond the staff's work assignment schedule

Other duties as assigned

What You Need

Must have or be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, through Arizona Department of Public Safety

Hold a valid Arizona certification in Special Education in either SLD or Cross Categorical

Highly Qualified as required by IDEA 2004

Master Degree in Special Education (preferred)

Knowledge of Arizona Special Education statutes and IDEA law

Knowledge of sound, research-based and approved instructional practices for students with disabilities

Knowledge of classroom-based assessments to drive instruction

Knowledge of basic special education procedures and deadlines

Skill in both oral and written communication

Skill in providing direct instruction based on child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and the Arizona College an Career Ready Standards

Skill in using computers, SMARTboard, and other equipment and materials to supplement instructional presentation

Ability to assess student needs through academic assessments

Ability to write goals and implement instructional strategies based on assessments

Ability to develop and implement an IEP

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administration and the community

Ability to collaborate and work in teams

Ability, if appropriate, to maintain current NCI, First Aid, and CPR certification

Ability to create and update special education records using online IEP system

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly require to move about the classroom and campus and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools, controls and to reach with hands and arms, bend stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee may have to safely physically restrain a student from hurting self or others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. Duties may require an employee to be exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat or cold, wind and rain. High humidity and/or dusty conditions may also be present. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.