Teacher - Special Education /Intervention… at Verano… · Goodyear

This position is eligible for a retention bonus. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.

The teacher will use blended-flipped learning to personalize the education of their students by communicating with them on a consistent basis as outlined in the current teacher expectations. Teachers will facilitate student learning through the classroom model and in the online curriculum platform ensuring students achieve academic success. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school goals and programs.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Plan appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned at appropriate grade level
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan for cotaught/supported classes
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Adapt/modify learning materials to student needs
• Keep track of and reflect on student progress to school team and families
• Monitor student behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed
• Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
• Collaborate with the support staff (e.g. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal diagnostic testing
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Participate in student support committees as appropriate.
• Develop and modify annual IEPs including goals and accommodations for caseload.
• Call, message, and email families of all caseload students weekly regarding progress. Make notes in portal every time.
• Troubleshoot parent and student issues for all caseload students as they occur.
• Schedule and develop appropriate IEP’s, for transition, annual and triennial meetings.
• Progress monitor student IEP goals
• Complete progress reports for all students on caseload
• Maintain confidentiality.

Valor Preparatory Academy of Arizona is a tuition-free school for grades 6-11 that follows a hybrid learning model. Our hybrid learning model combines the flexibility of online learning with the structure of traditional schools. This allows students with different academic backgrounds, circumstances, and lifestyles to get the education they need to succeed.

At Valor, we’re dedicated to developing a school that’s made for the digital age. And our students learn using rigorous, engaging, and award-winning digital curriculum. Valor Preparatory Academy of Arizona is seeking their newest member of the team as a Special Education Teacher. The teacher will use blended-flipped learning to personalize the education of their students by communicating with them on a consistent basis as outlined in the current teacher expectations. Teachers will facilitate student learning through the classroom model and in the online curriculum platform ensuring students achieve academic success. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school goals and programs.

Perks, Benefits & Culture You’ll Love:

Unplug for the HolidaysA fully paid holiday week off at Christmas—because rest isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.

Culture That Celebrates YouChampion spotlights, legendary milestone awards at 10, 15, and 20 years, and community service hours that let you give back with heart.

Open, Honest & HumanQuarterly Town Halls keep our communication transparent—and real.

Vibes & Good TimesThink team cookouts, fun treats, and social events that actually make you want to show up.

Solid Benefits, Real SupportMedical, dental, vision, Unlimited PTO, and voluntary benefits—we take care of the people who make the magic happen.

Your Voice MattersWe’re constantly evolving, and that includes how we support, celebrate, and invest in our people.

Additional Info:

We welcome all qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States. At this time, we are unable to sponsor visas.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide consideration to all applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability protected by law.