Special Education Teacher - Tonopah, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

A rewarding contract opportunity awaits an experienced Special Education Teacher to support students across two nearby educational campuses. This position covers the full school year, with a work schedule from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday through Thursday, offering an appealing work-life balance and long weekends. The role involves a split assignment, providing writing instruction for grades K-4 in one location and resource services for grades 5-8 in another, serving a total caseload of approximately 30 students.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid certification in Special Education.
• Prior experience as a Special Education Teacher, with resource teaching background preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies tailored to K-8 students with diverse learning needs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, especially for managing a multi-grade caseload.
• Capability to collaborate across teams and adapt teaching for multiple classrooms or campus environments.
• Comfortable writing and implementing IEPs and tracking student progress.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver resource and specialized instruction to students in elementary and middle grade bands.
• Maintain and monitor student caseload, ensuring adherence to all IEP goals and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, school teams, and families to create inclusive and supportive learning settings.
• Conduct and document assessments, provide differentiated interventions, and support student development in both academic and life skills domains.
• Rotate between two campuses as scheduled, managing responsibilities and maintaining effective communication across both settings.

This position can be considered for part-time hours and may be split to accommodate scheduling needs, making it an excellent choice for professionals seeking flexibility.

If you are committed to making an impact in special education, apply now to connect with students and shape their educational journeys!

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