Special Education Teacher for a 36-week contract in Surprise, Arizona. Earn up to $53 per hour plus bonus, with competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in students' lives. Key Responsibilities: • Support the educational, developmental, and behavioral needs of students receiving special education services. • Develop and implement individualized instruction and learning activities aligned with student goals and applicable educational plans. • Monitor student progress, document outcomes, and adjust instructional strategies as needed. • Collaborate with families, teachers, therapists, administrators, and other members of the school support team. • Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment while following school policies, licensing standards, and all required health and safety procedures. Qualifications: • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education or equivalent. • Valid Arizona Special Education Certification; for preschool, valid Arizona Early Childhood Special Education Certification. • Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card. • CPR certification from an accredited agency through in-person training. • First Aid certification from an accredited agency through in-person training. • Valid NCI Training Certificate. • Valid Food Handler's Card. • Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience working with students in special education or an educational setting. • Valid driver's license, Social Security card, and college diploma. • Negative Mantoux TB Skin Test within 12 months of hire date or statement confirming freedom from active tuberculosis within 6 months. • Two letters of recommendation from a supervisor, coworker, or personal reference (required for preschool licensing). • Prepared to support students with diverse learning needs, communicate effectively with students, families, and school teams, demonstrate patience and flexibility, and meet all applicable school, licensing, and compliance requirements. Benefits: • Premium pay 13% above market average with weekly direct deposit. • Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and sick leave starting the first day of the month after start date. • Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break with no coverage gaps. • 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, and license & CEU reimbursements. • Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly), travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities. • Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses and certifications, user-friendly portal for onboarding (average 14 days), customized shifts, and rapid interviews (average 38 hours).