Math Teacher Grades 5-12 (Gilbert, AZ or Goodyear, AZ)
25 days ago
Gilbert
Job Description Position Overview We are seeking a passionate, creative Math Teacher to join our mission-driven team. In this role, you'll teach mathematics to small groups of students with high-functioning autism (maximum 8 per class). You'll have the opportunity to make a profound impact by tailoring instruction to each student's unique learning profile, strengths, and challenges while maintaining high academic standards and fostering mathematical thinking. Key Responsibilities • Instructional Excellence, • Design and deliver engaging, differentiated math instruction aligned with grade-level standards, • Implement evidence-based teaching strategies proven effective for students with autism, • Utilize visual supports, concrete manipulatives, and multisensory approaches to mathematics, • Incorporate structured programs, • Break down complex concepts into clear, sequential steps, • Make abstract mathematical concepts concrete and accessible through systematic instruction, • Develop individualized learning plans that build on student strengths and interests, • Recognize and accommodate sensory sensitivities during math instructionSupport executive function challenges (organization, planning, task initiation, working memory), • Provide clear, explicit instructions and visual schedules, • Build predictable routines while gradually introducing flexibility, • Address math anxiety and build student confidence through success-oriented experiences, • Build authentic, trust-based relationships with students in our small class setting, • Understand and respect each student's communication style and social preferences, • Provide direct, clear feedback without ambiguity, • Communicate regularly with families about progress, strategies, and celebrations, • Collaborate with families to ensure consistency between home and school Classroom Environment • Create a calm, structured, and sensory-friendly learning space, • Implement visual supports, schedules, and organizational systems, • Establish clear expectations and consistent routines, • Minimize sensory overload while maintaining engaging instruction, • Use autism-affirming language and approaches, • Celebrate neurodivergent thinking and problem-solving styles Job Qualifications Required: • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Education, or related field, • Valid Arizona teaching certification (or ability to obtain), • Vaild IVP Card, • Experience teaching mathematics at the K-12 level, • Demonstrated understanding of autism spectrum characteristics, • Strong content knowledge in mathematics across grade levels, • Ability to provide explicit, systematic instruction, • Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues, • Commitment to autism-affirming, neurodiversity-celebrating education, • Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or Mathematics Education, • Special education certification or autism endorsement, • Training in structured math programs, • Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiation, • Understanding of executive function challenges, • Experience with visual supports, social stories, and structured teaching methods What We Offer • Transformative Impact: Small class sizes allow you to deeply understand and support each student, • Professional Autonomy: Freedom to innovate within evidence-based frameworks, • Specialized Training: Ongoing professional development in autism education and math instruction, • Collaborative Culture: Work with passionate educators committed to the same mission, • Resources & Support: Access to structured curricula, manipulatives, and visual supports, • Meaningful Relationships: Time to build genuine connections with students and families, • Reasonable Workload: Manageable class sizes and dedicated planning time, • Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Physical DemandsPhysical Requirements • Ability to sit, stand, and move around the classroom for extended periods, • Ability to walk up and down stairs, • Capability to lift and carry instructional materials (up to 25 lbs), • Sufficient vision and hearing to monitor student activities and ensure safety, • Ability to remain calm and regulated during student dysregulation, • Flexibility to engage in various instructional positions (floor, table, standing)