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Beyond the classroom, Franklin teachers actively contribute to the school community, sharing their expertise and passions through our Skills, Micro-Courses, and Electives programs. They are eager to ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for micro school teacher in the United States is $55,147.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a micro school teacher?

A Micro School Teacher is an educator who works in a small, student-centered learning environment, typically with mixed-age groups and personalized instruction. They design and implement customized lesson plans, often integrating project-based and experiential learning. These teachers foster close relationships with students and families, adapting curriculum to meet individual needs. Micro school teachers may also take on administrative or mentoring roles within the school. Their goal is to create a flexible, engaging, and supportive learning experience.

What does a typical day look like for a micro school teacher?

A typical day for a Micro School Teacher involves planning and delivering lessons tailored to a small group of multi-age students, providing individualized support, and facilitating group projects or discussions. Teachers often balance direct instruction with student-driven learning and use digital tools to track progress and communicate with families. Collaboration with other teachers or educational facilitators is common to share resources and develop interdisciplinary activities. Additionally, Micro School Teachers may engage in curriculum development, lead enrichment activities, and play a key role in building a close-knit school community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the micro school teacher position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Micro School Teacher, you need a strong background in education, multi-grade classroom management, and individualized instruction, often supported by a teaching credential or relevant degree. Familiarity with blended learning platforms, learning management systems (LMS), and digital curriculum tools is highly valuable. Flexibility, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills help you build strong relationships and adapt lessons to meet diverse student needs. These skills are crucial for creating personalized, engaging, and effective learning environments in small, multi-age classrooms.

How do micro school teachers get paid?

Micro school teachers are typically paid through direct employment by the school or via contract work, often receiving a salary or hourly wage. Payment methods can include checks, direct deposit, or digital payment platforms, and compensation may depend on whether the teacher is employed full-time, part-time, or as an independent contractor. Teachers may also need to handle their own taxes and benefits unless the school provides them.

What does it take to start a micro school teacher?

To become a micro school teacher, individuals typically need a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, teaching certification or license depending on local regulations, and experience in teaching or tutoring. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and familiarity with curriculum development are also important for running a successful micro school environment.

What type of micro school teacher is in highest demand?

The most in-demand micro school teachers are those with strong backgrounds in elementary or secondary education, often with specialized skills in personalized learning, curriculum development, and technology integration. Teachers who are adaptable, credentialed, and comfortable using digital tools or online platforms tend to be highly sought after in this flexible education environment.
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Infographic showing various Micro School Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,147 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

TEACHER, ESS SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (1801)

Phoenix Union High School District 210

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Phoenix Union High School District rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

312th of 639 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Classroom Teacher/TEACHER, ESS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM
Date Posted:
6/17/2026
Location:
ALHAMBRA HIGH SCHOOL
Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
PHOENIX
PXU
UNION
Equal Opportunity Employer
ESS Teacher - Specialized Programs
DEPARTMENT: Exceptional Student Services
SALARY SCHEDULE: Certified
LOCATION: School/Unit as Assigned
WORK YEAR: 9 months
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro-schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE} offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY:
The ESS teacher for Specialized Programs will work in a dedicated setting to meet the unique needs of exceptional learners. They will create a safe learning environment that accommodates individual student needs, providing instruction both inside and outside the general education setting. With expertise in exceptionalities including for students with significant cognitive disabilities, the teacher ensures access to challenging activities and materials in line with Board-approved curricula and in accordance with federal and state law and Board policy. They implement individualized special education services using district resources for specially designed instruction and collaborate effectively with administrators, service providers (including but not limited to SLP, OT, PT, Nurse, and/or BIS), families, and other stakeholders to advocate for student success. The teacher diligently monitors the academic and behavioral progress of students on their caseload and takes a proactive approach to collaborative problem-solving. This includes advocating for support and addressing students' needs in academics, social-emotional wellbeing, communication, and transition services. Our specialized programs consist of functional courses for students with moderate to severe disabilities, supporting in our Community-Based Training (CBT program), including students taking alternative assessments, and skills courses for students with mild to moderate disabilities supported in our Practical program. We also offer specialized classrooms for students with significant medical needs (THRIVE) and for students with significant sensory needs (STRIVE).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Designs, plans, and provides specially designed instruction based on individualized education programs (IEP).
  2. Collaborates with other professionals on how to implement accommodations and modifications based on IEPs.
  3. Coordinates with other certified and classified staff, such as, but not limited to, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, and instructional aides, to ensure that services are provided in accordance with an IEP.
  4. Designs specially designed instruction for students to have high-quality academic experiences aligned to the general education curricula but requiring significant adaptations due to the cognitive variabilities of students in the classroom.
  5. Assesses student learning by using appropriate formal and informal methods.
  6. Uses content knowledge and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively to foster student learning in a specialized setting.
  7. Uses district and state assessment data, predominantly the state alternate assessment due to students in the classroom, to improve instruction and place students in proper instructional and intervention programs.
  8. Administers state assessments, which may include alternative assessments.
  9. Keeps and maintains required records, such as IEP goals and short-term objectives, progress reports, parent/student communication logs, and IEP paperwork by deadlines.
  10. Reviews caseload to ensure that federal and state requirements are met in accordance with timelines for annual IEP meetings, progress reports, Extended School Year decisions, and implementation of transition services.
  11. Acts in accordance with PXU core values to communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
  12. Documents and resolves issues related to student behavior problems and attendance.
  13. Follows meeting agenda to lead annual IEP meetings for students on their caseload.
  14. Attends ongoing professional development and is willing to apply new evidence-based strategies to their teaching practices.
  15. Commits to be an active participant in a collaborative team to review data, engage in new strategies, and address needs identified by the group.
  16. Assumes legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school sponsored events.
  17. Supports and directs instructional assistants in collecting data on academic goals, behavioral support, and completion of activities of daily living.
  18. Develops, plans, and organizes community-based activities that align with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and goals. Activities may include work-based learning experiences, community outings, job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, and social skill development activities.
  19. Supervises and supports students during community-based activities, ensuring their safety, engagement, and active participation. Provide individualized assistance as needed to promote social skills, communication, and functional life skills.
  20. Other duties as assigned

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
  • Possess a bachelor's degree
  • Have experience working with students with disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, autism, and/or other areas of eligibility that require significantly adapted and modified curriculum.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of special services activities and related documents that conform to federal, state, and district guidelines.
  • Experience in training staff to implement services and paperwork to conform to federal, state, and district guidelines.

License and Certification Requirements:
  • Possess a Current Arizona Standard Secondary Teaching Certificate.
  • Possess a current certification in Special Education.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, county, city, and district statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to work with other professionals collaboratively to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Ability to identify effective accommodations and modifications, then work collaboratively to implement them in an inclusion setting based on student needs.
  • Ability to collaborate with others and advocate the need for best practices to support student learning.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the public, and others having business with the school district.
  • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
  • Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office and classroom environment.
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.
  • Highly Competitive Pay
  • Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
  • Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
  • Comprehensive Employee Benefits
  • Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
  • Paid Winter and Spring Breaks

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.
DIVISION:
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
Teaching & Learning
Site Administration
None
Action:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Effective Date:
New
WM, HH, LT, AS, LG
LT, MS, WM, EF
01/09/2025

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