Special Education Teacher Job at Eleutheria Wellness, Goodyear, AZ

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  • Eleutheria Wellness
  • Goodyear, AZ

Job Description

Why Join Us?

 

At Eleutheria, part of the Point Quest family, we’ve created a place where professionals can do meaningful work while feeling truly supported and valued. We unite a diverse team of therapists, educators, and specialists who share a commitment to helping children and families thrive. Our holistic, neuroscience-informed approach goes beyond simply managing behavioral compliance to address the root causes of challenges, empowering those we serve to reach their full potential.

From our Wellness Center headquarters—home to therapy services, yoga programs, and our own private special education school—to our partnerships with schools and organizations across Arizona, we offer a vibrant, collaborative environment where every team member’s expertise makes a meaningful difference. Whether in the clinic, the classroom, or through professional trainings in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), you’ll be part of a team that shares knowledge, celebrates wins, and grows together.

 

We offer:

  • Part time or Full time Opportunities!
  • CEU Reimbursement
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Company-matched retirement plan
  • Paid Sick Leave, and Vacation
  • Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment
  • 50% off Yoga Classes

Special Education Teacher Key Responsibilities:

  • Lesson Plan Development: Create effective lesson plans to be submitted each Friday for the following week. Plans should accommodate various student levels, include procedures for assessing knowledge, outline the content standards addressed, and specify the curriculum used.
  • Supervision of Paraprofessionals: Oversee and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom. While Program Supervisors and Site Administrators will assist in supervision, it is the teacher's primary responsibility in the classroom.
  • Implementation of PBIS Program (in placements where Applicable) : Manage the classroom's Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program, including tracking behavior points, maintaining the student store, and communicating with parents/guardians. Ensure daily documentation of behavioral data in Point Quest's database.
  • Classroom Management: Maintain a classroom environment that prioritizes student engagement and safety, implementing the behavior plan, modifying state-adopted curriculum, and employing strategies to effectively teach students with various disabilities.
  • IEP Meetings and Documentation: Attend IEP meetings for students assigned to the classroom. Write updates for each student's annual IEP in coordination with the school district, and enter all IEP updates (Present Levels, BIP, ITP, and Goals) into SEIS 7 days prior to the scheduled meeting.
  • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff and outside agencies to effectively educate each student.
  • Instructional Planning: Plan instruction and design learning experiences based on data. Conduct summative assessments with each student no less than three times per year.
  • Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development activities, including twice-monthly teacher meetings and monthly all-staff trainings. Teachers are encouraged to engage in additional professional development outside of Point Quest.

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

  • Education & Credentials: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Special Education strongly recommended. Valid Special Education Credential (Intern, Preliminary, Clear, Level 1, Level 2 acceptable). Educational Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe disabilities, depending on classroom assignment.
  • Experience: 2-5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs. Experience in running a special day class and implementing curriculum and behavior interventions.
  • Skills: Proficient in written and verbal English, including business writing and professional communication. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Computer-literate with knowledge of standard software applications and internet.
  • Certifications & Clearances: Applicable State Level Certification 

Special Education Teacher Physical Demands:

  • Environment : Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
  • Activity : Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Sensory : Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Job Tags

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