Job description

Ready to revolutionize Special Education? Join us in reimagining what's possible.

Welcome to Unbound Academy – where we've turned traditional education on its head. As Arizona's pioneering virtual charter school, we've cracked the code: students master core academics through AI-powered learning in just 2 hours daily, opening up a world of possibilities for authentic, experiential learning. We're seeking a visionary Special Education leader who can bridge the worlds of precise IEP management and inspiring student coaching.

If you're an Arizona-based SPED expert who's mastered both the art of student connection and the science of program compliance, we want to talk. This isn't just another teaching position – it's an opportunity to help craft the future of special education in a setting where innovation meets intention.

Break free from conventional constraints and join us in building an educational experience that truly serves every student.

What You Will Be Doing

Architect and orchestrate state-compliant IEPs that empower rather than restrict
Transform virtual learning through creative accommodation strategies
Ignite student passion through dynamic workshops focusing on real-world skills
Cultivate student independence through personalized coaching sessions
Shape the future of special education alongside forward-thinking educators

What You Won’t Be Doing

Wrestling with traditional classroom lectures – our AI handles the academic heavy lifting
Operating in a SPED silo – you'll be an integral part of our learning community
Drowning in bureaucratic busywork or endless meetings
Conforming to rigid, outdated educational frameworks

Special Education Instructional Coach Key Responsibilities

Champion our IEP program while creating engaging, life-changing virtual learning experiences that prepare students for real-world success.

Basic Requirements

Current Arizona resident with valid state Special Education certification
3+ years of hands-on IEP development and management experience
Proven track record in SPED accommodation coordination and compliance
Demonstrated success working with middle-grade students (ages 8-14)
Natural on-camera presence and excellent virtual communication abilities
Available to begin July 2025
Adaptable mindset and comfort with educational technology

About Unbound Academy

Unbound Academy is ‍Arizona’s first virtual, tuition-free charter school, designed to make grades 4-8 limitless, personal, and exciting. This isn’t just an alternative to the traditional school system. It’s a revolutionary way for your family to reclaim time, unlock potential, and reimagine what education can be.

At Unbound Academy, students can master their core academics in just two hours a day. Our teachers use an AI-powered learning model to adjust to each child’s pace and interests, ensuring progress happens twice as fast as in a typical classroom.

By cutting out the fluff and streamlining coursework, we not only make a significant academic impact—we make learning fun, personal, and incredibly effective.

There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!

Working with us

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $30 USD/hour, which equates to $60,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.

Crossover Job Code: LJ-5576-US-Arizona-SpecialEducati

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