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Position Overview
Special Education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. They modify general education lesson plans to adapt to the needs of these students and teach various subjects, from Math to English, in a manner where students with mild and moderate disabilities are still able to learn the necessary curriculum. They also teach basic skills, such as literacy and communication techniques, to students with severe disabilities.
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday (Hours may vary based on location)
Compensation: Starting at $50/hr, based on experience and qualifications
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
May include but not limited to:
Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans
Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
Help develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
Plan, organize, and assign activities specific to student abilities
Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
Assess students’ performance and progress periodically
Discuss student’s progress with parents, general education teachers, counselors, and administrators
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade
Comply will all company policies and applicable laws
Handles all other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree - no specific major
Special Education (Education Specialist Instruction) Credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
Preferred Skills:
True love of Children
Adaptable
Deadline oriented
Detail Oriented
Strong Communication Skills
Strong Critical Thinking Skills
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Patience
Resourcefulness
Upbeat demeanor
Independent
Working conditions (if applicable)
Occasional evening work to meet with parents or administrators.
Supervision Received
The special education teacher will report to the School Administrator and Superintendent. Supervision is often minimal to general.
Supervision Exercised
The Special Education teacher will often supervise Teaching Assistants in day-to-day activities, along with being the sole supervisor at times for the students.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Starting at $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Ability to Commute:
Pittsburg, CA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Pittsburg, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person