Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc
Campus Special Education Teacher (Push-In)- Tucson Campus
Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Overview
Campus Certified Special Education Teacher (Push-In) - Tucson Campus (K-2nd & 6-12th grade)
AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team. AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools.
Under the supervision and direction of the Campus Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, the Campus Special Education Teacher will support the development of IEPs, implementation of SDI, progress monitoring, and overall student success in our programs.
Candidates must be experienced in the correct design, implementation, and oversight of research-based educational strategies for students with disabilities, ABA teaching strategies, and have significant experience conducting these activities within school settings. The Master Special Education Teacher will work hand-in-hand with the school leadership to promote a positive school culture that focuses on implementing a best practices education model to achieve optimal results for students on the autism spectrum.
Duties
Coordinate IEP Service and delivery of Specially Designed Instruction for designated students
Manage all aspects of the IEP, including scheduling meetings, completing paperwork, and monitoring progress.
Manage educational programming for students on caseload
Support classroom staff in the implementation of each IEP
Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.
Oversight of staff in creating a safe learning environment
Oversight of accommodations and modifications to the adopted curriculum
Analyze IEP data bi-weekly to make instructional decisions
Parent communication
Training and oversight of structured teaching planning, organizing, and implementing
Staff communication/feedback
Collaboration with ABA Managers for behavior and/or data analysis
Maintain substitute plans in case of absence
Participate in all duties and responsibilities as appropriate for an AZACS faculty member
Collect, analyze, and report data in a meaningful manner
Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
3 - 5 years teaching special education
Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Experience in structured teaching, center-based model preferred
Required
Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Benefits
A school located at a new state-of-the-art Autism Center
Competitive pay based on experience
Eligible to participate in benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, critical care, hospitalization, scheduled accident coverage, voluntary supplemental life, and pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
Paid Time Off (80 hours), Paid Federal Holidays, and Paid fall, winter, and spring breaks
Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
401K with a company match
Great professional development and advancement opportunities
Supervisory Responsibilities
Coaches, monitors, and mentors instructional leads work with students with disabilities.
ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Working Conditions Work is routinely performed in an indoor and outdoor classroom setting.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or other protected characteristics.
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AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team. AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools.
Under the supervision and direction of the Campus Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, the Campus Special Education Teacher will support the development of IEPs, implementation of SDI, progress monitoring, and overall student success in our programs.
Candidates must be experienced in the correct design, implementation, and oversight of research-based educational strategies for students with disabilities, ABA teaching strategies, and have significant experience conducting these activities within school settings. The Master Special Education Teacher will work hand-in-hand with the school leadership to promote a positive school culture that focuses on implementing a best practices education model to achieve optimal results for students on the autism spectrum.
Duties
Coordinate IEP Service and delivery of Specially Designed Instruction for designated students
Manage all aspects of the IEP, including scheduling meetings, completing paperwork, and monitoring progress.
Manage educational programming for students on caseload
Support classroom staff in the implementation of each IEP
Maintains knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.
Oversight of staff in creating a safe learning environment
Oversight of accommodations and modifications to the adopted curriculum
Analyze IEP data bi-weekly to make instructional decisions
Parent communication
Training and oversight of structured teaching planning, organizing, and implementing
Staff communication/feedback
Collaboration with ABA Managers for behavior and/or data analysis
Maintain substitute plans in case of absence
Participate in all duties and responsibilities as appropriate for an AZACS faculty member
Collect, analyze, and report data in a meaningful manner
Celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
3 - 5 years teaching special education
Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Experience in structured teaching, center-based model preferred
Required
Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Benefits
A school located at a new state-of-the-art Autism Center
Competitive pay based on experience
Eligible to participate in benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, critical care, hospitalization, scheduled accident coverage, voluntary supplemental life, and pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
Paid Time Off (80 hours), Paid Federal Holidays, and Paid fall, winter, and spring breaks
Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
401K with a company match
Great professional development and advancement opportunities
Supervisory Responsibilities
Coaches, monitors, and mentors instructional leads work with students with disabilities.
ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Working Conditions Work is routinely performed in an indoor and outdoor classroom setting.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or other protected characteristics.
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