Special Education Teacher Moderate/Severe
Quick answer
The Menta Group is hiring an in-office Special Education Teacher at Southwest Academy in Phoenix, AZ, to provide specialized academic and social-emotional instruction to small groups of students.
- Role
- Special Education Teacher Moderate/Severe
- Organization
- The Menta Group
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Menta Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher for their Southwest Academy in Phoenix, AZ, to lead a small, self-contained classroom for students with moderate to severe needs. This role focuses on providing inquiry-based academics within a P.B.I.S. structure, emphasizing social-emotional learning and personalized instruction. Teachers receive on-campus support from a multidisciplinary team, including clinical and curriculum staff, to ensure student success.
What you'll do
- Teach all core subjects in a small, self-contained classroom setting.
- Provide a differentiated and social-emotional learning environment.
- Collaborate with clinical and curriculum staff to support student outcomes.
- Manage a classroom of approximately 10 students with paraprofessional assistance.
- Personalize learning plans to meet the unique needs of students.
What it takes
- Arizona Professional Educator's License (Moderate to Severe Special Education).
- ADE Public Educator ID with appropriate cross-categorical certification.
- Experience working with youth facing emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.
- Flexibility to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with immediate enrollment; 403(b) investment options; generous paid time off; 12-month pay schedule for a 10-month position; negotiable sign-on bonus for certified teachers.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is located at the Southwest Academy in the Maryvale area of Phoenix, Arizona.
Is this role remote or in-office?
This is an in-office, on-campus role requiring a daily presence in the classroom from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
What certification is required for this role?
Applicants must hold an Arizona Professional Educator's License with Moderate to Severe Special Education or Mild/Moderate Cross-Categorical certification.
Is compensation provided in the job posting?
The specific salary is not mentioned, though the role offers a negotiable sign-on bonus for certified special education teachers.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Menta Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on The Menta Group's official posting before applying.