Special Education Teacher

Empower students to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact! Join Cross Country Education as a Special Education Teacher in the Tempe and Phoenix, AZ area, and create meaningful learning experiences that foster academic growth, independence, and confidence in the classroom and beyond.
 
Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction and individualized support to elementary students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in a self-contained special education classroom.
• Assess student needs, develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and monitor student progress to evaluate and adjust instructional outcomes.
• Implement appropriate behavioral strategies and approved crisis-intervention techniques, including physical restraint when necessary and permitted.
• Collaborate with instructional aides, families, related-service providers, and school staff to support student learning, development, and individualized goals.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Special Education preferred
• Valid Arizona Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher Certification, or Special Education Certification with an ID/MR or ED special area
• Active Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current NCI and CPR/First Aid Certifications
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $47.10 - $48.10 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives. 
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals. 
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 40-hour school-week schedule, plus paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: 

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2