Desert Choice Schools is looking for a Special EducationTeacher at our location in Buckeye, AZ for the upcoming 24/25 SY.

Desert Choice Schools, a Learn It Family of Companies division, is a certified K -12 Private Day School approved by the Arizona Department of Education to provide Special Education Services.

Desert Choice Schools utilizes a highly-structured, school-wide Positive Behavioral Supports program that teaches students Academic, Social/Emotional Problem-Solving and Strategies. All DCS teachers and support staff are trained in a unique methodology that assists students with maintaining Positive Choice-Making. We are a tight-knit team that values colleagues who exhibit collaboration, integrity and the desire to make a difference in the lives of students who struggle to be successful, and who share a passion to help children and their families.

What We Offer:

• $2,500 sign on bonus
• Classroom size of 12
• 2 Behavior Technicians in each classroom
• Relocation Offered
• 11 paid holidays and 6 days of paid time off
• Professional Development opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Starting salary of $54,000 plus experience

The Special Education Teacher is responsible to implement all Desert Choice Schools/LEARN Behavioral Program Components with integrity as well as oversee behavior technicians implementation of these components:

1. Desert Choice Schools/LEARN Behavioral Clinical Program
2. Curriculum and Instruction
3. Special Education Services

• Active and valid Special Education K-12 Cross Categorical or mild/moderate teaching certificate issued by the AZ Department of Education
• Bachelor's degree minimum
• Teaching experience with elementary, middle, and/or high school students
• Experience working with emotional and/or behaviorally challenged students preferred
• Arizona state IVP fingerprint card