SPED TEACHER 2026-2027 at THE PAIDEIA ACADEMIES INC

About the Role

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. Ensures compliance with IDEA regulations and reports, uses relevant data to monitor and assist academic efforts, and provides a safe environment conducive to learning.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with parents and fellow educators to nurture students to academic and behavioral excellence.
• Develops and annually updates Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students who qualify for special education services.
• Designs instructional programs that meet the identified student needs as listed in IEPs.
• Consults with regular education teachers and other support personnel to ensure the needs of students with disabilities are met in the inclusion classroom.
• Coordinates required psychological services within the required deadlines.
• Coordinates related services (speech, OT, etc.) as outlined in students’ IEPs.
• Schedules, attends, and leads all IEP and special education meetings.
• Prepares required documents and notices for special education meetings.
• Continues professional growth through educational meetings, visiting related facilities, reading professional literature, and exchanging ideas among teachers and staff.
• Assists Response to Intervention (RTI) staff in the pre-identification process.
• Uses appropriate formative assessment instruments to assess ongoing student progress and maintains required assessment documentation.
• Maintains a positive environment conducive to effective learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education.
• 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.

Pay

Yearly salary: $52,000 - $62,000

Additional bonuses: $2,000 signing bonus, $2,500 critical shortage bonus.