Job Title: Special Education Teacher.
Location: The Learning Center by Theracare.
Job Type: 1099 contract position for year around Special Education teaching support.
About Us: The Learning Center by Theracare provides an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. We strive to ensure every child reaches their full potential through individualized education plans, innovative teaching methods, and a collaborative approach involving families, and specialized therapists.
Position Overview: We seek a passionate and experienced Special Education Teacher for our kindergarten through second-grade students. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to high-level individualized education, a background in working with support staff and therapies, and a specific interest in or experience with dyslexic reading support.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement Yearly Learning Plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.
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Collaborate with parents and therapists to integrate and support students.
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Provide direct instruction to students in small group 1:3-1:4or individual settings, utilizing a variety of teaching strategies and techniques.
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Monitor and assess student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to ensure academic growth and development.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on student performance and progress.
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Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers to provide updates on student progress and to collaborate on strategies for support.
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Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education and dyslexic reading support.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or master’s degree in special education or a related field.
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State certification in Special Education.
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Experience working with kindergarten through second-grade students.
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Strong understanding of various disabilities and their educational implications.
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Experience collaborating with support staff, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers.
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Knowledge of or experience with dyslexic reading support and interventions is a plus.
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Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
What We Offer:
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Competitive pay.
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Flexible hours.
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Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young students.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter.
The Learning Center by Theracare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and innovative Special Education Teacher to our team!
Pay varies based on Educational Degree.
About Theracare Pediatric Services:
We are a qualified and dedicated team with over 250 Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapists covering every corner of Arizona. Our goal is to always have a therapy provider available no matter how rural the area. Theracare Pediatrics Services believes passionately in helping each child blossom to his or her ultimate potential. Our therapists go through quarterly training to make sure that they are using the latest evidence based research to help your child reach his or her goals.