Special Education Teacher

Special Education Resource Teacher (Grades 35)

Immediate job opportunity for a special education resource teacher (grades 35) in Phoenix, Arizona. Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, mildmoderate disabilities (no severe). $50 per hour for locals. Travel packages available too!

Are you a dedicated educator with a passion for supporting students with mild to moderate learning needs? A welcoming and collaborative school in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a special education resource teacher to serve students in 3rd through 5th grade. The team is ready to move quickly for the right candidate!

Position overview:

• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Grade levels: 3rd5th
• Caseload: Mild to moderate (no severe disabilities)
• Instructional model: Pull-out/push-in resource support, small groups, and individualized interventions
• IEP platform: e-IEP PRO, Arizona's widely used statewide web-based IEP system utilized by approximately 80% of districts and agencies

Classroom duties:

• Provide targeted resource support in reading, writing, and math through evidence-based interventions
• Develop, implement, and update IEPs in e-IEP PRO
• Collaborate with general education teachers to deliver accommodations, modifications, and co-teaching when appropriate
• Use assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
• Employ teaching techniques tailored for mildmoderate disabilities, such as:
• Differentiated instruction
• Explicit, systematic teaching
• Multi-sensory strategies
• Behavior supports and positive reinforcement systems
• Scaffolding and modeling
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

Required education & certification (Arizona):

• Education requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (required)
• Completion of one of the following Arizona-approved pathways:
• A traditional special education preparation program, including student teaching
• A board-approved alternative special education preparation program
• A combination of teaching experience + required coursework (in some certification pathways)
• Certification requirements:
• Most resource teachers in grades 35 hold a standard professional mild/moderate disabilities special education certificate (K12), which:
• Requires a bachelor's degree
• Includes coursework in teaching methodologies for students with disabilities, assessment, and behavior management
• Requires passing professional knowledge and subject knowledge exams (AEPA/NES) for certification eligibility in Arizona

Preferred skills & teaching techniques:

• Experience supporting students with mildmoderate disabilities such as SLD, OHI, mild ID, ASD level 1, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple IEPs and collaborate in a team environment
• Strong understanding of:
• Small-group intervention models
• Multi-tiered instruction
• Progress monitoring tools
• Positive behavior management

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly or weekly pay packages
• Local and travel options available

Why this school?

• Supportive administration and collaborative team culture
• Strong commitment to student success and teacher support
• Clear systems and consistent IEP processes using e-IEP PRO

Ready to apply? Contact Ruthie today to start the interview process! Ruthie Shonborn National Recruitment Manager Call or text: (813) 371-5199 rushonbo@amergis.com

Benefits at Amergis:

• 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.

About Amergis:

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.