5-8th Grade STC Teacher

Position:

5-8th Grade STC Teacher

Type:

Public

Location:

Rural

Job ID:

136122

County:

Southwest Maricopa

Posted:

October 27, 2026

Contact Information:

Saddle Mountain Unified School District

38201 W. Indian School Road

Tonopah, Arizona 85354

District Website

Contact:

Ellen Spielman

Phone: 623-474-5115

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations

• Provide direct, systematic instruction in academic content areas aligned to grade-level standards and individualized learning needs

• Design and implement structured, differentiated lessons using visual supports, schedules, and organized work systems

• Utilize evidence-based structured teaching strategies to support student engagement, independence, and task completion

• Establish and maintain predictable routines and clear expectations within the classroom environment

• Collaborate with related service providers (Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and school psychologists) to support student programming

• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals, including training, scheduling, and monitoring the effectiveness of instructional support

• Monitor student progress through data collection and analysis, and adjust instruction accordingly

• Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and compliance requirements

• Communicate effectively and regularly with parents/guardians and staff regarding student progress

• Facilitate inclusion opportunities with general education peers as appropriate

• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and district initiatives

• Maintain a structured, organized classroom environment that promotes independence, engagement, and skill development

• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and safety protocols

• Attend required professional development, staff meetings, and trainings

Other:

SMUSD is a rural district in Buckeye and Tonopah

SMUSD operates on a 4 day work week (Tuesday - Friday)

SMUSD is an equal opportunity employer

Please apply on our website at https://www.applitrack.com/SMUSD90/onlineapp/