Special Education Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Support the execution of each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

• Draft IEPs promptly

• Engage in the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

• Maintain student records and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Complete mandatory paperwork and progress reports within specified compliance timelines

• Work individually, with small groups, or in whole-class settings with students

• Conduct transition assessments

• Develop lesson plans that align with student IEP objectives

• Instruct all subjects based on the school’s curriculum or as assigned

• Organize and participate in IEP and other disability-related meetings

• Prepare and administer standardized, benchmark, and evaluative assessments

• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance testing outcomes

• Uphold the confidentiality of student and professional information

• Maintain precise records of grades, progress, lessons, attendance, and behavior

• Work alongside parents, teachers, psychologists, administrators, and external professionals

• Collaborate with Related Services to ensure evaluations are current and updated every three years

• Provide classroom teachers with resources related to disabilities

• Attend designated professional development sessions

⛳️ Requirements

• Active State certification/licensure in the relevant area

• Strong expertise in one or more academic disciplines

• Familiarity with state proficiency testing and teaching standards

• Understanding of and/or eagerness to learn the MTSS framework

• Prior experience working with a diverse student population

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills that demonstrate professionalism and tact

• Genuine affection for children and a commitment to teaching

• Proficient in computer applications, including Google Docs, MS Office Suite, email, and internet tools

• Previous experience with software and databases that ensure IDEA compliance, such as Power School Special Programs

• Capability to learn new technologies and develop new skills through self-study, professional development, and mentorship from senior team members

• Strong ability to collect, analyze, and interpret student data to make informed educational decisions

• Ability to manage confidential information responsibly and exercise sound judgment while maintaining confidentiality

• Willingness to work occasional evenings

• Valid driver’s license and ability to conduct occasional local and in-state travel

• Capacity to pass federal, state, and local background checks

• Knowledge of co-teaching models and ability to co-teach effectively

• Master’s degree preferred

• A minimum of three years of teaching experience, with at least two years in special education, preferred

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off

• Retirement contributions

• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance

• Voluntary life insurance (for employee, spouse, child)

• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance

• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

• Opportunities for career advancement within Pansophic Learning and its network of over 4,000 instructors and education professionals