- Special Education Teacher
- Spectrum Center Schools and Programs in Pacifica, California, United States
- jobs
- 2 weeks ago
jobs description
Special Education Teacher at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs summary:
As a Special Education Teacher, you will develop and implement individualized educational plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring a supportive and inclusive classroom environment. You'll collaborate with parents and staff to foster positive behaviors and enhance student progress while utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and resources. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students, contributing to their social and educational development.
Starting Salary:
$66,560 - $70,000 /year based on experience
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a
Special Education Teacher
to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic —
We Should Talk!
As a
Special Education Teacher , you will plan, prepare and implement the instructional process for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) within the learning center and/or classroom including, but not limited to delivery of instruction, implementation of curriculum materials & educational software, and development of daily lesson plans and classroom schedules which reflect state and school requirements as well the physical, emotional and educational needs of the learner.
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Responsibilities Include:
Providing a collaborative environment for students, parents, center staff and administrative personnel.
Establishing a climate that promotes a firm, fair and respectful classroom environment with a focus on social development and group responsibility by modeling and reinforcing positive behaviors as outlined in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program for the school and classroom.
Implementing established school-wide and classroom PBIS programs, reinforcement systems, behavioral expectations and consequence guidelines.
Recording student progress/records, maintaining student files, and preparing reports on students and activities.
Providing direct subject-based instruction and/or working in a team environment to collaboratively and/or co-teach curricular subjects as required in IEP.
Modifying curriculum and assisting with differentiated instruction for students as well as staff.
Using a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs and interests of students; including prescribed educational software and intervention curriculum.
Acting as case manager to special education students which may include updating IEP's and goals if required by the district.
Preparing daily lesson plans and materials for assigned class.
Reporting incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) in order to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to State and Federal law.
Maintaining the physical center, furniture, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition according to procedure.
Ensuring that the center and outside surrounding area are neat, clean, well maintained and present an organized and professional environment conducive to the education of students.
Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area.
Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
Performing other duties as assigned.
‖ Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
Meet all state teaching certification and/or licensing requirements.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an education specialist or special education teaching credential (Mild/Mod or Mod/Severe).
Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for…