Special Education Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Provide instruction in a tailored educational environment.

• Collaborate with students and/or their parents to assess and devise the student’s academic strategy.

• Oversee and deliver services in line with the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).

• Work in conjunction with other instructional staff and school personnel.

• Report directly to the Principal or their designated representative.

• Organize, plan, and execute daily lessons according to the approved curriculum.

• Conduct pre- and post-testing using standardized assessments for every student.

• Develop and implement goals as specified in each student's IEP.

• Schedule and lead IEP meetings, including 30-day review meetings for all students.

• Responsible for managing student behavior effectively.

• Exhibit proficiency in all subject areas.

• Assist in identifying students who may have disabilities following the intervention phase.

• Provide direct instruction to students.

• Conduct academic assessments.

• Adhere to special education timeline requirements as mandated by education code.

• Collaborate with general education instructors.

• Partner with Special Education Program Specialists and school support staff to enhance student instruction.

• Engage in authorized training sessions, school events, and meetings organized by the district.

• Maintain records of communications with students, families, and other service providers.

• Keep documentation of daily activities.

• Complete necessary reports and forms as required.

• Travel to various school sites to provide Special Education teaching services.

• Carry out assigned administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.

• A valid California credential Specialist authorizing the assigned Special Education disability and level, or eligibility for intern status is required.

• English Learner Authorization or eligibility to obtain EL Authorization is a must.

• Autism Authorization is required, or the candidate must be eligible to enroll in and complete a Commission-approved professional preparation program in the requested special education specialty area, including successful completion of supervised field study.

• Proven competency in the core academic subject area assigned is essential.

• Familiarity with California Teaching Standards is important.

• Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject(s) is required.

• Understanding of high school credits, graduation requirements, interventions, and alternative educational programs, including independent study.

• Knowledge of Independent Study, Personal Learning, and Distance Learning education models is essential.

• Awareness of research-based instructional strategies necessary for effective teaching across diverse student populations, including those at risk of academic failure.

• Capability to work effectively with students from various racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, staff, and community representatives in delivering a rigorous educational program.

• Proficiency in communicating effectively, including delivering clear and concise instructions, using academic language, adjusting delivery level appropriately, listening impartially, and providing constructive feedback/reinforcement.

• Competence in making independent judgments, adhering to deadlines, and maintaining precise student records.

🏝️ Benefits

• $16,000 Sign-on bonus

• $4,000 IEP Stipend