Special Education Teacher

Hourly Rate: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour, based on experience and assignment

Location: Surprise, AZ; In-Person

Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher collaborates with school administrators, general education teachers, related service providers, school psychologists, families, paraprofessionals, and district staff to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) that support student success in the least restrictive environment. This role provides specialized instruction, promotes academic and behavioral growth, and ensures compliance with federal and state special education requirements.

Responsibilities
Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: Full time, 8 hours

Key Duties

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals and Arizona Academic Standards
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Conduct academic and behavioral assessments and collect progress monitoring data
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and evidence-based instructional strategies
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance records
• Supervise and provide direction to paraprofessionals and instructional assistants as appropriate
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, department meetings, and other required school activities
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress
• Create a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student growth and independence
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or Special Education administration

Requirements
Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Special Education
• Preferred: Master's degree

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Required: Cross-Categorical Special Education endorsement or other appropriate Arizona Special Education certification
• Required: Obtain and maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification
  • PHASE Teacher
  • STC Teacher
  • STC2 Teacher
• Required: Valid Arizona Special Education Certification (ADE)

Skills

• Minimum of one (1) year of school-based experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and instructional best practices
• Ability to assess student needs, develop and implement IEPs, and monitor student progress
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and district staff

Benefits
Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us
RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation
RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

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