Inclusion and Family Specialist

Bezos Academy

🇺🇸In-Person - Mesa, AZ$57K–$86K/yr1mo ago

K-12 Teaching Special Education Inclusive Teaching Family Engagement Developmental Support Early Childhood Education

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Summary

The Inclusion and Family Specialist at Bezos Academy in Mesa, AZ coordinates developmental support services for children and families at the preschool while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. This leadership team member mobilizes community partnerships and resources to support children with developmental delays or disabilities in an under-resourced community.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and monitor student support plans, conduct assessments, collaborate with families and educators, provide staff training and professional development, and serve as liaison to district offices and service providers. Additional duties include classroom supervision, crisis intervention, community partnership development, and ensuring compliance with special education laws.

Skills & Tools: Strong collaboration and communication abilities, expertise in special education and inclusive teaching practices, experience working in low-income communities, and proficiency in building partnerships with families and educational agencies. Preferred skills include Spanish language proficiency and crisis intervention capabilities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required with two or more years of special education experience from infancy through third grade, plus proven experience identifying children needing support and developing effective student support plans. Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree in early childhood or related fields and special education certifications.

Location: Hybrid in Mesa, Arizona, United States (two Mesa locations available; five days per week on-site required with relocation support available)

Compensation: $57,000 – $86,000 / annually