What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Special Ed Preschool position at Apache Junction Unified School District?
Teacher - Special Ed Preschool JobID: 1706
Position Type
Special Education Services/Early Childhood Special Needs
Date Posted
9/23/2025
Location
The Early Learning Center
Date Available
01/05/2026
Closing Date
When filled
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Job Title: Teacher - Special Education Preschool
Reports To: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt - Term Employee
Position Status: Full Time Position
Salary: Starting Base Salary $46,700 (based on verified contracted teaching experience.)
Summary
Instructs children in activities designed to promote learning concepts, acquire skills and develop positive attitudes that will contribute to their development as capable, mature, and responsible citizens by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Plans program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Assesses the mastery of student learning on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Counsels with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student's life and conduct for the classroom; develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Participates in extracurricular assignments as needed.
EDUCATION And CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university, an appropriate and current Arizona Teaching Certificate, and a valid Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance card with IVP#.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation) or disability in its employment practices.
Position Type
Special Education Services/Early Childhood Special Needs
Date Posted
9/23/2025
Location
The Early Learning Center
Date Available
01/05/2026
Closing Date
When filled
Additional Information: Show/Hide
Job Title: Teacher - Special Education Preschool
Reports To: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt - Term Employee
Position Status: Full Time Position
Salary: Starting Base Salary $46,700 (based on verified contracted teaching experience.)
Summary
Instructs children in activities designed to promote learning concepts, acquire skills and develop positive attitudes that will contribute to their development as capable, mature, and responsible citizens by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Plans program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Assesses the mastery of student learning on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Counsels with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student's life and conduct for the classroom; develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Participates in extracurricular assignments as needed.
EDUCATION And CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university, an appropriate and current Arizona Teaching Certificate, and a valid Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance card with IVP#.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation) or disability in its employment practices.
Salary : $46,700