Teacher - Special Education

Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy (GCOA) is a free, public, outdoor-based charter school located in Page, AZ. GCOA serves Kindergarten through 8th grade students and is hiring for a Special Education Teacher, to start the 2026-2027 school year. We are an EL education inspired school using a full expeditionary model to provide an outdoor themed, integrated core curriculum, facilitated through a four-day school week. Highlights of the Special Education Teacher duties include: working collaboratively with teachers and administration to develop classroom strategies and implement individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student; utilizing the push-in model to support students; maintaining IEP and Reevaluation requirements. Mentoring is available with a Special Education Lead. We are looking for interested teacher candidates with an appreciation for the outdoors, enthusiasm, a growth mindset, and a collaborative and flexible attitude. Our thematic units are supported by our amazing geographic and cultural surroundings of Northern AZ, centered within what is known as the Grand Circle. Family and community engagement is prioritized to cultivate a collaborative learning environment for each child. AZDPS Fingerprint Clearance Card, Bachelor's in Special Education, and Special Education teaching certification (or ability to obtain) required. Position includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with matching, and PTO. Salary starting at $49,000.00, with increase based upon experience and education. Position may include a Relocation or Hard to Fill stipend. Additional information can be found at https://gcoacademy.org.

TO APPLY

Send cover letter and resume to SusanPilkington@gcoacademy.org. Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

From $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person