Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained Classroom)
Pay & Assignment Details
Location: Litchfield Park, AZ | Local Pay: $50/hour (Approx. $2,000/week) | Schedule: 40 hours/week | Contract Length: 33 weeks | Start Date: August 10, 2026 | Setting: Self-Contained SPED Classroom (STRIDE Program) | Interview: Virtual with school-site Principal | Work Setting: Onsite
Travel Package Available: Approx. $2,060/week package
Why Join This Opportunity?
If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want to work in a collaborative school environment, this assignment offers the chance to make a lasting impact during the entire 2026-2027 school year. You'll work alongside educators and support staff to help students achieve academic, behavioral, and developmental goals within a structured, self-contained classroom setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instruction to students receiving special education services.
- Develop and implement individualized educational programs.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff.
- Monitor student progress and maintain required educational documentation.
- Participate in team meetings, program planning, and student evaluations.
- Provide consultation and instructional support to classroom staff as needed.
- Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid state teaching certification as required by state and district regulations.
- Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements.
- Current health documentation, TB screening, and CPR certification if required by state or district guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
- Minimum one year of teaching experience.
- Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education Teaching Certification.
- Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement.
- Experience working in special education settings.
Classroom Details
- Grade Level: Various/Other
- Classroom Environment: Self-Contained
- Behavioral Support Level: Low
- Medical Support Level: Level 2
Benefits
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.