Education teacher Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

As a Special Education Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

Location: Harbourview Academy (near Phoenix Sky Harbor) Phoenix, AZ

Staff Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., M-F, following a 10 Month School Calendar

REQUIRED:

• Arizona Professional Educator's License Mild/Moderate, Cross-Categorical, or other ADE Teacher Certification with the willingness to obtain AZ Special Education Teacher Certification (tuition reimbursement provided)

Responsibilities:

• Teach all subjects in a classroom setting.
• Provide a differentiated learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students.
• Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees. Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning.
• Provide a social-emotional learning environment.
• Have a classroom size of around 10 students with paraprofessional support in the classroom.

Qualifications:

• ADE (Arizona Department of Education) Public Educator ID with Cross-Categorical/Special Education Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute).
• Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change.
• Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas.
• Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties.
• Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively.

Benefits:

• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs.
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits .
• 403(b) Investment Options.
• Direct Employer Hire.
• Negotiable Sign-On Bonus for Certified Special Education Teachers .

About Harbourview Academy Phoenix:

HarbourView Academy is a special education school in Phoenix that not only provides a rigorous education but also a temporary short-term placement called Alternative to Suspension (ATS) for students who would otherwise be suspended from their home schools.

The safe environment and special education curriculum in our Phoenix school reduces the number of out-of-school suspensions and provides support to help students reintegrate into their home schools successfully.

At our school in Phoenix, we cater to the academic and social-emotional needs of high-risk children and adolescents aged 5 through 22. Our no-refusal, no-suspension, no-expulsion policy offers a continuum of services to meet the needs of this challenging student population. We believe every child can learn and our goal is to ensure students master the necessary academic and social skills for an independent and productive life. Our well-structured, engaging, safe, and instructional Optimal Learning Environment and special education program in Phoenix is responsive to student needs.

Students Served: PK-21

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships:

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.

About The Menta Education Group:

The Menta Education Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.MissionTo provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.VisionWe envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth. We strive to be the recognized national leader in serving at-risk youth in educational and social service settings through the provision of empirically-based innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services. Our goal is to also support the professionals who work with at-risk youth by focusing on program development, professional training, and child advocacy. RE: EMPOLOYMENT CAREERS PAGE: https://menta.com/careers/ Full-time Employee Benefits Health Coverages: Medical insurance options through BCBS PPO Network Dental insurance with preventive care coverage Vision insurance with exam and hardware allowances Financial Security: Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution available (after applicable waiting period) to those enrolled in a qualified high-deductible health plan. 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Flexible spending account (FSA) Insurance Protection: Basic Life and AD&D insurance Long-Term Disability insurance Optional: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Time Off Benefits: Generous Paid Time Off Policies Part-Time Employee Benefits: 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Generous Paid Time Off Policies Special Education Services: Compensation and Employee Benefits Information The anticipated full time employee salary information provided below is presented in good faith based on the requirements and qualifications of the specified position. Please note that additional factors such as experience, education, and credentials, may influence the compensation scale outlined. For positions that follow the school-year schedule, the salary ranges outlined below are calculated based on a 10-month academic calendar. Department/Position Annual Salary School Leadership $75,000 - $108,000 Special Education Classroom Instruction $59,000 - $70,000 General Education Instruction $45,200 - $49,360 Classroom Support $24,000 - $43,640 Student Services $38,000 - $70,000 Clinical $61,000 - $70,000 Medical $35,000 - $55,000 Maintenance Support $40,000 - $55,000 Administrative Support $28,000 - $45,000 Hourly Position (hourly compensation rates may be determined based on an applicable annual salary) This information has been provided in compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act