Desert Choice Schools - San Tan Valley, AZ
posted 5 months ago
As a Special Education Teacher at Desert Choice Schools, you will play a crucial role in fostering a lifelong love of learning among students with special needs. This position involves providing a variety of instructional methods and strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. You will create a supportive teaching environment that promotes intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth for students with special needs, including those with autism and emotional and learning disabilities. Your responsibilities will include implementing direct instruction, computer-based instruction, blended learning, hands-on activities, and community-based instruction to fulfill each student's Individual Education Plans (IEPs). You will utilize educational resources that are research-based, highly motivational, and aligned with grade-level outcomes to boost each student's confidence and help them achieve academic success. Desert Choice Schools is a state-approved private day school in Arizona, serving students from kindergarten through grade 12. As part of the LEARN Academy, a national leader in special education, you will be part of a structured program that facilitates functional independence and academic and social success for students. In this role, you will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with a team of specialists, including Occupational Therapists (OTs), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), and Clinical Specialists, to provide comprehensive support to your students. This position offers a competitive compensation plan, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs.