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Special EdTeacher Grades () Sandy, UT Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Professional collaboration in IEP development Student performance assessment strategies Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Working with individuals with disabilities Learning technology Faculty collaboration Computer literacy Student record keeping Mid-level School legal knowledge Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Case management Updating inventory records Safe environment creation Cleaning Classroom experience Working with students with special education needs Lesson planning Standardized test administration Computer skills School policy and procedure enforcement Classroom behavior management Classroom Teaching IEP implementation Educator License with Stipulations Communication skills Special Education Certification Teaching Time management K-12 education instructional development Full Job Description For questions, please email:

CSDEmployment Category:

Special Department:

Canyons District Shift:

Location:

Entrada Adult Education Job Type:

Hourly Pay Rate:

Salary Schedules Transfer Window:

03/24/2026 - Open Until Filled.

How to apply:

Please complete an application and video screening interview on Vidcruiter through this link. When the application process is successfully completed, you will be entered into the Special Education candidate pool to be considered for current openings and openings for the 2026-27 school year. All schools will have access to your profile. You do not need to apply to specific positions. Current Canyons School District licensed, benefit-eligible employees seeking a transfer for this position: Please login above After logging in, select the

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button below •If you completed this process prior to November 3, 2025 you are not currently in our candidate pool to be considered for job openings. For alternate licensure , please open this link and complete steps 1-4 and 6 BEFORE you complete the video application so you can attach evidence of completion for AEL modules and special education law completion. Questions about this process? Email for assistance. Americans with

Disability Act:

If reasonable accommodations are needed to assist you with the application or hiring process please contact the Canyons School District office of Legal Services at 801-826-5061, Fax 801-826-5098 or mailing address 9361 S. 300 E., Sandy, UT 84070.

CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICT

is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of employment qualifications without regard to race, color, political affiliation, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition or handicap. Inquiries regarding Canyons School District's hiring practices may be addressed to: Director of Human Resources, Canyons School District, 9361 South 300 East, Sandy, UT 84070. Current CSD Employee, Log in to request a transfer Dates available for transfer request: 03/24/2026 - Open Until Filled. If you are currently a Canyons School District Teacher and you would like to apply for this position, you must login to submit an application. Please login at the top right of this page to access this website.

Job Description:

Special Education Teacher ( Evening availability required, with some scheduling flexibility )

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday; 20 hrs per week

About Entrada High School:

Entrada High School is a dedicated adult education institution that offers a small school atmosphere, fostering close-knit relationships between staff and students. Our mission is to make a significant impact in the lives of our students, empowering them to achieve their educational and personal goals. We pride ourselves on providing an exciting and rewarding environment where educators can truly make a difference.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Special Education Classroom Teacher is responsible for providing education to children with disabilities and creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Special Education Classroom Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate pupils to develop attitudes and knowledge that will help them reach their potential and be prepared for higher levels of education. Special Education Classroom Teachers adjust, modify, and differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction to suit each student's needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach students with disabilities the core content area(s) outlined in the USOE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, using research based strategies and materials correlated with other approved learning activities and adjusted to suit each student's needs. Administer and score standardized measurements. Write and conduct IEP meetings. Maintain student records as required by IDEA. Case Manager to Special Education Students. Assure confidentiality of all students' information. Instruct pupils in citizenship. Meet regular, punctual and predictable attendance requirements. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child. Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates pupil's academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records, and prepare progress reports. Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other means, to discuss the pupil's progress. Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, academic, social and psychological challenges. Create an effective learning environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers. Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction. Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on the school campus. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities. Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission. Be a positive role model. Participate in faculty meetings as required. Participate in team meetings. Function as a member of the special education team. Administer appropriate pupil attendance policies and procedures. Participate in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines. Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities. Select and requisition books and instruction materials; maintain required inventory records. Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing procedures. Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community. Is responsible for understanding and adhering to laws, district policies, and procedures. Requires strong oral and written communication skills with students, parents, and staff. Requires strong computer and educational technological skills. Requires effective problem solving, organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills. Requires the ability to implement effective teaching strategies. Requires the ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment. Requires the ability to calmly handle classroom management issues. Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with pupils, parents, school staff, district staff, and patrons. Requires the ability to work as a member of a team as well as the ability to work independently with little direct supervision. Knowledge of State Core Curriculum and Board of Education adopted guidelines. Predictable and reliable attendance. During times of state or district emergency, all employees may be required to perform additional duties that are not required on a normal basis in support of educational and operational priorities. e.g. Performs general cleaning and sanitizing of work areas, provides remote assistance to students and staff, and any other reasonable duty as needed.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Other duties as assigned. This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge and experience requirements; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Additional Application Instructions:

Applicants should feel free to contact Mark Mataya with any questions about the position at 801-826-6681 or . After applying through the district's VidCruiter process, applicants must email to notify completion of application.

Preferred Skills:

Endorsement in Math and/or ELA in addition to

SPED QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Incumbent must be fingerprinted and clear a criminal backgrounds check. Requires at least a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Requires a valid Associate or Professional Educator License for the State of Utah within the relevant "License Area of Concentration" and, if applicable, "Endorsement".

Additional Requirements:

Must be available to work evenings Ability to work the assigned schedule: Monday through Thursday, 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM Don't have a professional teaching license? Follow one of these steps before applying : To earn your license through the CSD Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL) program, you will first apply for an Associate Educator License (AEL). Follow this link for information on how to apply for an AEL through the Utah State Board of Education (USBE). Proof of an AEL or proof you submitted all the documentation correctly to USBE is required before you will be added to the candidate pool. If you would prefer to earn your license from a University, you will enroll in a teacher certification program for Secondary Ed at a local university. Once you have been accepted, you will then apply for your Associate Educator License (AEL) and take the correct content Praxis test (if you do not hold a degree in the subject area you wish to teach). Follow this link for information on how to apply for an AEL through the Utah State Board of Education (USBE). Proof of your AEL and Enrollment Letter will be required when you apply for the Candidate Pool.

NOTE:

The Administration reserves the right to require specific training for this position. However, depending upon the type and quality of prior work experience and availability of formal training programs, some exchanges can be made between training and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

-Not limited to the following: While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to speak and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The teacher is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Physical ability to perform the essential functions listed above with or without reasonable accommodation. Requires the ability to lift a minimum of ten (10) pounds. Possess the physical, mental, and emotional stability to work under stressful conditions, including but not limited to: deadlines, contract requirements, inspection requirements, and interaction with critical personnel.

Note:

This list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job. All employees are required to participate in the District evaluation process. It is the employee's responsibility to review and adhere to all district policies and procedures. This information may be reviewed at www.canyonsdistrict.org