Special Education Teacher

About the role

BASIS Phoenix Primary is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our dynamic team. The role involves working directly with students to fulfill their Individualized Education Program (IEP) needs, participating in IEP meetings, and supporting general education teachers.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with disabilities in small group or 1:1 settings.
• Interact directly with assigned students to fulfill IEP requirements.
• Fulfill required provisions in student plans, including service minutes, by providing specially designed instruction and facilitating other supports and/or related services.
• Provide instructional interventions and academic support to individual students or small groups.
• Provide case management services for students with disabilities, including coordination of IEP team meetings, parent communication, program development, special education service provision, and individualized education plan implementation.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal special education requirements.
• Facilitate IEP meetings.
• Collaborate and assist general education teachers in implementing IEP requirements for their students to ensure the availability of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
• Collect and maintain documentation associated with IEPs and ensure confidentiality and integrity of student records and progress information.
• Develop a working knowledge and understanding of general education curriculum to adapt the content appropriately to deliver specially designed instruction to eligible students with disabilities.
• May need to perform CPI or TACT-2 certified restraint or seclusion as school designee.
• Regularly communicate and coordinate with related service providers to schedule student services and IEP meetings.
• Oversee day-to-day tasks of the ESS Assistant(s) and/or Special Education Specialist.
• Proctor individual or small group testing for state, district, or alternate assessments.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory applicable state background check.
• Current special education certificate valid in relevant jurisdiction.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education.
• Master’s degree in special education or related subject matter.
• 1+ year(s) special education experience.
• CPI or TACT-2 certifications.

Skills

Knowledge of special education principles, practices, and procedures, ability to work collaboratively with other educators, and proficiency in using technology to support student learning are essential skills.

Benefits and Salary

The salary for this position is competitive and depends on education and experience. BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with partial match that grows over time, and an Employee Assistance Program.