Special Education Teacher

Hourly Rate: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour, depending on experience and assignment
Location: Surprise, AZ; In-Person

Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and case management to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Working collaboratively with general education teachers, related service providers, school administrators, families, and support staff, the teacher helps ensure students receive meaningful access to the curriculum in the least restrictive environment while promoting academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.

Responsibilities

Key Duties

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals and Arizona Academic Standards
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with the IEP team
• Conduct ongoing assessments and collect data to monitor student progress and guide instructional decisions
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success
• Create a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and independence
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and evidence-based instructional strategies to meet individual student needs
• Supervise and provide direction to paraprofessionals and instructional assistants as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, IEP records, and required compliance paperwork
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, department meetings, and other school-related activities
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, goals, and educational programming
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building administrator or Special Education administration

Requirements

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Preferred: Master's degree

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Required: Cross-Categorical Special Education endorsement or other applicable Arizona certification

Skills

• Minimum of one year of school-based experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of federal and Arizona special education laws, regulations, and IEP procedures
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Strong classroom management, collaboration, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and district staff
• Proficiency with educational technology and documentation systems

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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