Special Education Teacher

  • Path 6355

    Maricopa County, Arizona

  • Group 6411

    $51 - $55 per hour

  • Group 6412

    Contract

  • Group 6413

    On-Site

  • Group 6413

    Job ID: 83510

  • Group 6426

    Posted today

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in Maricopa County, Arizona to hire a dedicated Special Education Teacher - Resource for the 2026-2027 school year. This position supports K-8 students in a setting through targeted, individualized instruction and inclusive practices.

Position Summary
The Special Education Resource Teacher will provide academic and organizational support to middle school students with IEPs, primarily through small-group instruction, push-in support, and collaboration with general education teachers. The role focuses on helping students access the general curriculum, build executive functioning skills, and make meaningful academic progress in an inclusive environment.

Position Details:

  • Position: Special Education Teacher - Resource K8
  • Location: In-person, Maricopa County, AZ
  • Hours: Full-time (standard school-day hours)
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday
  • Pay: $51 - $55/ hour
  • School Year: 2026-2027
  • Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities:
  • Provide specialized instruction and academic interventions in small-group and individual settings.
  • Deliver push-in support within general education classrooms to promote inclusion.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction and implement accommodations.
  • Support students with executive functioning, organization, and study skills.
  • Monitor student progress, collect data, and adjust instruction as needed.

Qualifications:
  • Valid Arizona Special Education Teacher certification (required).
  • Experience working with middle school students preferred.
  • Knowledge of resource service delivery models and inclusive instructional practices.
  • Strong understanding of IEP development, compliance, and progress monitoring.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

What We Offer
  • Competitive pay and benefits package.
  • Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
  • Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
  • Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
  • Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.


Why Apply?
If you're passionate about supporting K8 students with diverse learning needs and helping them succeed academically and socially, this is the opportunity for you! Join a collaborative school team in Maricopa County and make a lasting impact.

Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

 

About Onward Education

Onward Education is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider. We work with K-12 schools to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

 

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

 

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at info@onwardedu.com.

 

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

 

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Education is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive a text or email invitation from Alex, our virtual interviewer, to learn more about your qualifications.

To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.

 

Job Seeker Scam Alert

We’ve become aware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating Onward Education representatives to collect personal or financial information from potential job seekers. Please be advised, we will only communicate with our talent through verified email addresses such as @onwardedu and will never reach out through Gmail or any other public domains. You can learn more about potential threats and how to protect yourself by visiting our job seeker scam alert page.

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