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Special Education Teacher (Extended Resource) for 5th-6th grade

Prescott Unified School District
Temporary
On-site
Arizona, United States

  • Position Type:
      Intermediate Grades 5, 6/Special Education Teacher

  • Date Posted:
      3/3/2026

  • Location:
      Granite Mountain Upper Elementary School

  • Date Available:
      07/27/2026

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    Position: Special Education Teacher -Extended Resource

    Full Time position, 186 days 

    Extended Resource Description: Our Extended Resource Program is designed to support students with a variety of disabilities, including cognitive impairments, adaptive impairments, and high-functioning autism. This program provides individualized and small-group specially designed instruction in basic academic, social, and behavioral needs for students who may be performing multiple grade levels below their peers or who require structured support to develop social skills. Additionally, it serves students who struggle to manage the demands of the general education setting due to cognitive challenges, emotional disabilities, social skills or difficulty handling sensory stimulation.

    Students in this program may receive the majority of their instruction in a specialized setting outside the general education classroom. However, those recommended for the Extended Resource program through the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) process are included in general education classes as well, ensuring opportunities for integration and engagement with peers while receiving the necessary support to succeed.

    Teachers and/or staff respond to student needs as they arise throughout the day. Behavior Plans are often developed and implemented to support students in the general education environment.

     

    Annual Salary: $55,000 - $64,000 (Base pay + 301 Payment).PUSD bases salary placement on years of prior experience and level of education. 


    Benefits - All full-time PUSD employees receive the following benefits in addition to their salary:

    •  Medical Insurance valued at over $11,000 per year. PUSD has numerous health insurance plans available.  The District covers 100% of the employees insurance premiums with most plans. Some plans include cost sharing with PUSD. There is also an option to purchase insurance for dependents, at PUSD group rates.
    • Life Insurance ($50,0000) with option to purchase additional for self and family
    • Pension Plan with the Arizona State Retirement System:  District matches employee contributions (Approximately  12%)
    • Generous PTO / Sick Leave plan
    • Opportunities for additional pay as an after-school club leader, coaching athletics, tutoring, etc. (all optional)

    Requirements

    • Valid AZ Teaching certificate (PUSD can assist with a short-term certificate for otherwise qualified applicants)
    • IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
    • See attached Job Description for additional responsibilities and skills


    Need Housing in Prescott?? We can help!  We have both District Housing available and we partner with other organizations in the community to help find affordable housing for our staff.  Contact andy.binder@prescottschools.com for more information. 


    Want to know more about Prescott, AZ?  

    Prescott Unified is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email andy.binder@prescottschools.com or call 928-445-5400. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. 


    We would love for you to join us at Prescott Unified School District! 



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