K-4 Special Ed Resources Teacher

The Wilson School District is looking for a highly qualified and certified K-3 Special Ed Resources Teacher to teach for the upcoming  school year. College graduates, student teachers, and teacher interns are encouraged to apply. We offer a competitive hiring salary.

Salary: $57,500.00 to $58,500.00 per year. Classroom Site Fund/Prop 301 ($7,000 is included in the salary), up to 10 years of teacher experience. Teachers with the following education levels can earn additional salary: BA+15hrs ($1,140), BA+30 ($2,280), BA+45/MA ($3,420). Other possible payments (if eligible): $3,000 for National Board-Certified Teacher, $1,500 for BLE, $1,000 for ESL, $500 for Prov ESL. Performance pay up to $3,000.00.

We also offer a stipend for hard-to-fill teaching positions: $2,000 Special Ed Teacher, $1,500 Math Teacher, $1,500 Science Teacher, and $1,000 Speech/Language Arts Teacher (eligible for one hard-to-fill stipend).

• Implement district philosophy of education and instructional goals; establish desired student performance objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals; assess student performance to determine if objectives are being met, and refer students for specialized help when necessary.
• Plan a program of study based on identified student needs; employ instructional methods and materials most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Evaluate student accomplishments fairly and provide progress reports as required by law, district policy, and regulation; maintain accurate academic and attendance records.
• Decide on promotion or retention of a pupil in grade; provide a physical and psychological atmosphere conducive to learning and hold students accountable for conduct.
• Supervise pupils on playgrounds, during recess, and all other periods of the school day; uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and governing board policy.
• Attend and participate in faculty and department meetings; serve on school and district committees; confer with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Cooperate with other staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods; enforce the course of study, use adopted textbooks, and assist in selecting instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others; actively and harmoniously involve community activities.
• Prepare all required reports; perform other reasonable duties directed by the principal.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; appropriate teaching certificate issued by the State of Arizona.

Bachelor's degree;
Master's degree.

• Basic activities pertinent to daily supervised activities of students toward academic, emotional, and psychological growth.
• Effective classroom management and discipline procedures.

• Maintaining accurate and efficient record‑keeping processes.
• Written and verbal communication.

• Work independently and prioritize tasks at grade level.
• Adapt to changing technology and utilize available tools and resources.
• Promote a harmonious working environment.

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Initiative & Persistence
• Accountability

• Close-knit two‑school community.
• Job‑embedded professional development and career pathways.
• Exciting STEM program with community partners.

The statements in this job description describe the essential functions and requirements of this job. Employees must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test and a comprehensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Equal opportunity is provided to all qualified persons.

The district commits to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation during the application process, contact Alex Dumas, Human…