Special Ed Teacher | Peoria, Arizona

An opportunity is available for a dedicated Special Education Teacher specializing in early childhood education within an elementary school setting located in Peoria, AZ. This full-time contract position runs through the current school year until May 21, 2026, focusing on delivering specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized educational programming for a self-contained class capped at 8 students, primarily students with high needs and autism spectrum disorder.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive IEPs tailored to each student's unique goals, collaborating closely with team members.
• Lead and mentor paraprofessionals to ensure the effective execution of IEP objectives.
• Facilitate and participate actively in IEP meetings, including support for 79 kindergarten transition IEP meetings starting in January.
• Apply expertise in the STARS curriculum and utilize effective behavior support strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Maintain a consistent classroom schedule aligned with the school’s AM and PM half-day sessions and typical teacher hours from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications:

• Valid Arizona Early Childhood Special Education (EC SPED) license.
• IVP Fingerprint Card must be current and included with the application.
• Extensive experience working with students requiring high levels of support, especially those diagnosed with autism.
• Strong skills in instructional planning, IEP development, and facilitation.
• Ability to effectively lead support staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

This position requires onsite presence in the Peoria, AZ location. If you meet the above qualifications and have a passion for fostering growth and learning in young children with special needs, consider applying for this rewarding role today. Your expertise will contribute meaningfully to the educational experiences of students in this vibrant school community.