Great Hearts Academies·Phoenix, Arizona
Provide direct and consultative special education services to students with IEPs while collaborating with general education staff. Manage the writing and maintenance of IEPs, evaluation paperwork, and facilitate committee meetings to ensure state and federal compliance.
Position Title: 6-12 Special Education Teacher
Roosevelt Preparatory Academy (555 S. Jackrabbit Tr. Buckeye, AZ 85326)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
Compensation Type: Salary : $44,370-$68,440
Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.
Bachelor's degree and Special Education Teaching Certificate or Commitment to enrolling in the Teacher-in-Residence program at Rio Salado College and obtaining the Special Education Teaching Certificate - Mild to Moderate Disabilities by the time of employment.
Great Hearts has identified two certification pathways through Rio Salado College that allow us to "grow our own” special education teachers, the ESS Teacher-in-Residence Program (The TIR) and the ESS Post-Baccalaureate program (The Post-Bacc). Both two-year programs result in a special education teaching certificate upon completion of the required coursework to meet the ADE's criteria.
For the TIR Program, candidates will be hired as a special education teacher/ESS Coordinator and fulfill that role while taking classes towards certification with Rio Salado College.
For the Post-Bacc Program, candidates will remain in their current role at Great Hearts while taking classes towards certification with Rio Salado College.
Certifications: Arizona Department of Education Special Education Certificate in Cross/Categorical or Mild/Moderate; Alternative Teaching with approved area in Mild/Moderate Disabilities. Alternative teaching certificates must be converted to provisional or standard mild to moderate within a two-year period.
Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.
US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education Teaching Certificate or a commitment to obtain one through specific residency programs. Preferred candidates have at least one year of successful teaching experience, specifically in special education.
Market context
Arizona classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in early childhood settings where schools and programs need educators with the right coursework and clearances. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for degree alignment, a Level One fingerprint clearance card, and a valid Arizona Driver’s License, while benefits such as PTO, medical coverage, and retirement options can influence decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coursework and clearance status before applying.