Special Ed. Self Contained Teacher

The Wilson School District is looking for a highly qualified and certified Spec. Ed. Self Contained Teacher to teach for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. College graduates, student teachers and teacher interns are always encouraged to apply. We offer a competitive hiring salary. Hiring Salary: $57,500.00 to $58,500.00 per year. Classroom Site Fund/Prop 301 ($7,000 is included in the salary), up to 10 years of teacher experience. Teachers with the following education level can earn additional salary: BA+15hrs ($1,140), BA+30 ($2,280), BA+45/MA ($3,420). Other possible payment (if eligible): $3,000 for National Board-Certified Teacher, $1,500 for BLE, $1,000 for ESL, $500 for Prov ESL. Performance pay up to $3,000.00. We also offer a stipend for hard‑to‑fill teaching positions: $2,000 Special Ed Teacher, $1,500 Math Teacher, $1,500 Science Teacher, $1,000 Speech/Language Arts Teacher (Teachers will be eligible for one hard‑to‑fill stipend).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes desired student performance objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicates these objectives to students. Assesses student performance to determine whether objectives are being achieved, and refers students for specialized help when necessary. Plans a program of study based on identified student needs. Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. Evaluates conscientious and fairly the accomplishments of students and provides progress reports as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation. Maintains accurate permanent academic and attendance records of students. Makes the decision to promote or retain a pupil in grade. Provides a physical and psychological atmosphere conducive to learning, and holds students to strict account for disorderly conduct. Supervises pupils on playgrounds before and after school, during recess, and all other periods of the school day. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and governing board policy. Attends and participates in general faculty and department meetings and serves on school and district committees. Confers with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis. Cooperates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods. Enforces the course of study, uses adopted textbooks, and assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional material. Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others and is actively and harmoniously involved in community activities. Prepares all reports required by law, policy and administrative regulation. Performs other reasonable duties as may be directed by the principal.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four‑year college or university. Appropriate teaching certificate issued by the State of Arizona.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree Master's degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Basic activities pertaining to the daily supervised activities of students toward the attainment of their potential for academic, intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation. Effective classroom management and discipline procedures. Skilled in: Maintaining accurate, efficient record‑keeping processes Written and verbal communication Ability to: Work independently and prioritize from a variety of tasks. Adapt to changing technology and utilize available tools and resources. Promote a harmonious working environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Communication, Teamwork, Initiative & Persistence, Accountability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, sometimes walk, and sit. The employee must use hands, arms, and fingers to input data, handle, feel, or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs, such as boxes or supplies. Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast‑paced and may occasionally be stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

EEO STATEMENT

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. Washington School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Alex Dumas, Human Resources Director, at View phone number on click.appcast.io at least three days in advance.

HEALTH BENEFITS

District‑paid Alliance Value health plan (no cost to employee) Delta Dental plan Prescription drug plan Voluntary vision insurance No‑cost employee life insurance and accidental and death policy for $50,000 Additional voluntary life insurance policy at reduced cost 403B and 457C tax‑shelter annuities plan Voluntary short‑term disability FLEX spending account for medical expenses and/or dependent care Enrollment into the Arizona State Retirement System #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation