Sped teacher 2026-2027

Description $2,000 Signing Bonus $2,500 Critical Shortage Bonus $52k - 62k

Promotes and nurtures the education of students by working collaboratively with parents and fellow educators in planning and implementing an individualized instructional program for students with disabling conditions; assuring compliance with IDEA regulations and reports; using relevant data in monitoring, assisting with, and correcting, academic efforts; and providing a safe environment conducive to learning.

Duties

Works collaboratively with parents and fellow educators in nurturing the student to academic and behavioral excellence. Develop IEP’s for students who qualify for SPED services and annually update them. Design a program that meets the identified student needs as listed in IEP’s. Consult with regular education teachers and other support personnel to ensure that the needs of the students with disabilities are being met in the inclusion classroom. Coordinate required psychological services within the required deadlines. Coordinate related services (speech, OT, etc.) as outlined in students’ IEP’s. Schedule, attend and lead all IEP and SPED meetings. Prepare required documents and notices for SPED meetings. Continue professional growth through educational meetings, visiting related facilities, reading professional literature, and exchanging ideas among the teachers and staff. Assist RTI staff in the pre-identification process. Use appropriate formative assessment instruments pertinent to instructional areas to assess ongoing student progress and maintain required assessment documentation. Maintain a positive environment conducive to effective learning.

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications: Bachelor degree in Special Education; SPED Certification; Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Experience in teaching and working with diverse students in the field of special education Working knowledge of Arizona state standards