Sonoran Science Academy is an A-rated, STEM-focused public charter school in Tucson, AZ and part of the Sonoran Schools network, a leader in K-12 STEM education since 2001. We are a professional community built on collaboration, high expectations, and a genuine commitment to student growth.
Sonoran Science Academy Tucson is seeking a dedicated Elementary Special Education Teacher to provide Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for the 2026–2027 school year. This role requires a collaborative, student-centered educator who can deliver high-quality special education services within a least-restrictive environment while partnering closely with classroom teachers, school psychologists, and support staff.
Your Role Will Include:
- Providing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to students with IEPs in alignment with curriculum goals and state standards.
- Establishing clear learning objectives for lessons, units, and projects and communicating them to students.
- Writing and reviewing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Review of Existing Data (RED) reports.
- Conducting IEP meetings and Review of Existing Data meetings with students’ families.
- Maintaining accurate and complete records in compliance with law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
- Collaborating with classroom teachers, school psychologists, reading specialists, speech/hearing specialists, and administration to support integrated student development.
- Creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
- Setting and maintaining clear standards for classroom behavior and student engagement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or Special Education required.
- Special Education Certification preferred.
- Arizona Teaching Certification preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with students, families, coworkers, and administration.
- Demonstrated ability to design lesson plans that meet individual student needs and state requirements.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams.
- Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
Salary and Benefits:
- Pay Range: $60,250 – $68,000 annually.
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions.
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 13%, eligible starting Day 1.
- Health savings account.
Location & Shift Times:
- Sonoran Science Academy, Tucson, AZ 85741 | In-Person | Full-Time
- Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM | Start Date: July 13, 2026
Sonoran Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.