Special Education Teacher Jobs in Arizona

A Special Education Teacher in the elementary education industry provides specialized instruction designed to meet the unique learning needs of students with various disabilities. They create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that outline the student's specific learning needs and the goals they are to reach. These educators also adapt lessons to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can comprehend and engage with the curriculum. They work closely with parents, school administrators, and other teachers to monitor the student's progress and adjust the teaching methods and IEPs as needed. They also foster an inclusive environment that respects differences and promotes understanding among students.

Important skills for a Special Education Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and understand students with special needs. They should have a deep understanding of different learning disabilities and know how to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Certifications required may vary by location, but typically, they should have a bachelor's degree in special education, child psychology, or a related field. Many states also require licensing or certification in special education. Before becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teacher Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or an Inclusion Support Facilitator to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Synergy Public School

Special Education Teacher

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student’s IEP. Models lessons for students....

Special Education Teacher - Schools

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

Accountable School Staffing is currently interviewing Special Education Teachers for an ASAP 2024-2025 school year assignment in Peoria, AZ!...

Works with Special Education Instructor to help special needs scholars learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development....

Education: Bachelor's degree in special education or related field Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, appropriate for subject area Experience: Course work should include Foundations of special education...

Special Education Teacher (Extended Resource)

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 9 hours ago

Position Type: Intermediate Grades 5, 6/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Granite Mountain Upper Elementary School Date Available: 07/21/2025   Additional Information...

Education: Bachelor's degree in special education or related field Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, appropriate for subject area Experience: Course work should include Foundations of special education...

Teacher-Special Education 2025/2026

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Purpose Statement The job of Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students...

Special Education Teacher

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 14 days ago

Epic Special Education Staffing is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time for Special Education Teacher!...

Teacher Special Education

  • Laveen, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Laveen, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

As a Special Education Teacher, you will have the opportunity to change lives through education as you connect and work one-on-one with students needing special support to understand both their capabilities...

Special Education Teacher 2024 2025 SY

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 hours ago

Epic Special Education Staffing is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time for Special Education Teacher!...

FY26 Special Education Teacher, Behavioral Support

  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Behavior Support CLASSIFICATION: Exempt CERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements:...

Remote Work

FY26 Special Education Teacher Cross-Categorical

  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Cross-Categorical CLASSIFICATION: Exempt CERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements:...

Remote Work

FY26 Special Education Teacher CASA

  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Cross Categorical CLASSIFICATION: Exempt Certified Placement Schedule QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements:...

Remote Work

FY26 Special Education Teacher Resource

  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Resource CLASSIFICATION: Exempt Certified Placement Schedule QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements:...

Remote Work

SY25.26 ESS Teacher

  • Sells, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Sells, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Notify the site administrator of the special needs of students who display characteristics that vary from the norm. Collaborate with specialists as needed to assist students....

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Arizona

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Special Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Arizona offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%


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