Special Education Teacher
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Maricopa County, Arizona
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48-52 per hour
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Contract
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On-Site
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Job ID: 80826
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Posted today
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation’s top schools. We’re partnering with a school district in Maricopa County, Arizona to hire two dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2025–2026 school year. These are full-time, in-person positions supporting students in Structured Teaching Classrooms (STC) at the Pre-K and K–2 levels.
Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher will provide intensive, individualized instruction in a Structured Teaching Classroom (STC) setting for early learners with significant developmental, academic, and behavioral needs. Teachers will design and implement IEP-driven programming, create structured learning environments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth, independence, and engagement.
Position Details
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Position: Special Education Teacher – STC
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Number of Openings: 2
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Assignments:
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Pre-K STC
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K–2 STC
Location: In-person, Maricopa County, AZ
Hours: Full-time, 8 hours per day
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Responsibilities
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Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
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Provide direct instruction in academic, functional, communication, and behavioral skill areas.
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Maintain a highly structured classroom environment using evidence-based STC practices.
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Implement behavior intervention plans and positive behavior supports.
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Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and other related service providers.
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Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Qualifications
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Valid Arizona Special Education Teacher certification (required).
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Experience working in STC, self-contained, or early childhood special education settings preferred.
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Strong understanding of IEP development, progress monitoring, and compliance.
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Knowledge of structured teaching strategies and behavior support practices.
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Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
What We Offer
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Competitive pay and benefits package.
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Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
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Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
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Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
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Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
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Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Why Apply?
If you’re passionate about supporting young learners with diverse needs and thrive in structured, supportive classroom environments, this is the opportunity for you! Join a collaborative school team in Maricopa County and help students build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!
Employer Details:
- Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
- Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
- Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
- Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
- Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.
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