Job Description:

This is a full-time, on-site, salaried position with a 151-day contract period from July 20, 2026 - May 20, 2027. Additional off-contract days are paid for professional development activities. Staff report Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm, and for Friday and evening events as required.

Under the supervision of the principal/superintendent, the special education teacher:

• utilizes the Beyond Textbooks framework to plan, organize, and implement an instructional program in conjunction with the regular education teachers that addresses the Arizona Academic Standards for students with disabilities;
• develops and maintains positive working relationships with students, families, and staff;
• assesses student learning and differentiates instruction accordingly;
• establishes and maintains an effective classroom management system;
• provides supervision and direction for special education paraprofessional;
• remains knowledgeable of special education laws and regulations;
• leads student IEP teams;
• maintains all special education paperwork; 
• communicates effectively orally and in writing;
• integrates relevant technologies into the learning environment;
• participates and grows from instructional coaching and other professional learning opportunities;
• serves as an adult mentor in our RCA House system;
• performs all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program. 

Position Requirements

• Passion for facilitating learning and growth for students with disabilities
• Bachelor's degree or above in elementary and/or special education or related field from an accredited institution
• Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months 
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

Notes:

• Monday - Thursday school week.
• 151-day contract: July 20, 2026 - May 20, 2027
• Class size of 8-15 students.
• On-site instructional coaching.

Valentine Elementary School District is an Arizona State Retirement System contributing employer that offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• a fully funded health, vision, and dental insurance plan;
• Classroom Site Fund (Proposition 301) -- all of which goes towards instructional staff;
• 10 paid leave days;
• paid professional development days.