Special Education Resource Teacher for 26/27 - 20 hours/Week

Special Education Resource Teacher for 26/27 - 20 hours/Week

Chandler USD 80

ANDERSEN JR HIGH - Chandler, Arizona

Job Details

Job ID:5634421

Application Deadline:Apr 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted:Apr 08, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION: CERTIFIED

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE TEACHER

CALENDAR: 1960 (NEW TEACHERS) 1961 (RETURNING TEACHERS)

SALARY: CERTIFIED SALARY

** May be eligible for up to a $5,000 Special Education Stipend**

Job Goal:

To provide an equitable, safe, and supportive learning environment that challenges and empowers all students to achieve their fullest potential, in alignment with the District's mission and vision.

Minimum Qualifications:

Arizona Teaching Certificate

AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

SEI endorsement coursework completed

Appropriate approved areas/ endorsements may be required, depending on the area of instruction

Knowledge of computer applications

Core Job Functions:

Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs of students based on their skills, abilities, and unique circumstances

Provide research-based, specialized instruction to address instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP

Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students

Develop and implement reasonable classroom rules that address behavior and procedure in a fair and consistent manner

Create a weekly lesson plan describing daily learning experiences correlated with the aims and/or objectives in the curriculum guide and/or course outline

Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce concepts and skills

Monitor and assess student progress to provide ongoing feedback, report quarterly progress, and report annual progress on IEP goals

Maintain both paper and electronic student records

Complete duties as Service Coordinator for students assigned to individual workload (to include IEP paperwork, special education assessment, quarterly progress reports, data collection, parent communication, collaboration with team members, attendance)

Identify and address specific student needs, and seek assistance from the site department chair

Communicate using organized, clear, and precise language

Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing the development of proper student behavior

Use effective behavior management strategies when working with children identified with disabilities to provide interventions and develop behavior intervention plans

Develop and adhere to a class schedule addressing instructional periods, breaks, and inclusive practices

Create educational experiences that provide each student the opportunity to develop his/her potential

Promote and follow approved school district philosophy, policies, regulations, and procedures

Communicate concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents, and the community in a positive, professional, and ethical manner

Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding curriculum or environmental adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification, and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students identified with disabilities

Assume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities

Strive to maintain and improve professional competence

Assume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments

Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation

Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Attend parent conferences

Basic Knowledge of computers, software, and applications

Participate in department and school meetings

Participate in District and school initiatives

Meet additional job requirements as indicated by the District or site administration

Core Values:

Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.

Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.

Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.

Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.

Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

Promote positive interactions with colleagues

Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and community members

Be responsible, reliable, and punctual

Be flexible and adaptable to change

Positively accept direction

Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district

Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills

Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job

Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis

Be a positive role model for students

Adhere to district and school rules and procedures

Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.

The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.

Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.

The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to perform the essential job functions successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.

Updated 12/3/25

Position Type:Full-Time

Salary:$55,249 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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