Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Mission Edge•San Diego, CA

49d•$65,360 - $78,986•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full Time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to join our team This role is center based at our early childhood center in Pacific Beach MUST hold a special education credential OR a Masters in Special Education or related field Our Mission and Vision At IncludEd Our philosophy is simple all children deserve access to community care and education We are on a mission to increase access to quality inclusive early childhood education and childcare one classroom at a time IncludEd provides early intervention focused full time inclusive preschool where all are welcome Collectively our staff provides the support care and education that enable typically developing children and children with disabilities to learn play and thrive together Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Special Education Teacher who is passionate and committed to working with children supporting families and collaborating with a team of therapists to create safe and nurturing environments where all children thrive The ideal candidate will have prior experience in an inclusive classroom and experience differentiating and modifying curricula materials and environment to meet the needs of each child

Requirements

Applicants MUST hold a Bachelors degree in Special Education Child Development or other related field from an accredited program
Applicants MUST have either a valid state credential in Special Education and certification inEarly Childhood Special Education OR a Masters Degree in Special Education
Previous experience working with preschool aged children andor infants and toddlers ideally in an inclusive setting is required
Knowledge and expertise in assessing and treating a wide range of suspected developmental delays or disabilities in the areas of fine and gross motor skills cognition communication self help and social emotional areas
Basic knowledge of commonly used ASL words
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both verbal and written to collaborate and interact compassionately with children and with teachers parents and other professionals
Candidates should possess a deep understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity with the capacity to engage effectively with individuals from various backgrounds This includes the ability to adapt communication styles work collaboratively in multicultural teams and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural nuances Successful candidates will be committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment promoting cultural competence and contributing to an organizational culture that values diversity
Knowledge of best practices in inclusive education and early childhood development and genuine belief in the power of inclusion
Demonstrated understanding of individualized treatment planning and the ability to adapt interventions and differentiate instruction to meet diverse needs
Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team collaborating with teachers therapists and other professionals
Empathy patience and a genuine passion for working with children of all abilities
Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of a pilot program and work in a collaborative innovative environment
Regular access to reliable transportation
Commitment to continued professional development
Livescan clearance and criminal record check required
Current pediatric CPR & 1st Aid certification required
Applicants should be comfortable Standing for 2 plus hours per dayStooping bending climbing and walking frequentlyLifting up to 40 poundsPossible appropriate and physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environmentPosition students in specialized equipment andor change diapers as needed

Nice To Haves

Conversational Fluency in Spanish a big plus

Responsibilities

Lead teacher for our infant toddler and preschool programs ages 3 months 5 years
Create developmentally appropriate child centered curricula instructional materials goals and strategies consistent with each students individual needs
Create curricula that honor and respect each child with particular attention to inclusive and anti bias practices
Cultivate a community of belonging where each child feels seen heard and valued
Create a nurturing and safe environment to meet the various needs of students
Develop differentiated methods of instruction to meet the needs of each student
Familiarity with various observation and assessment methods
Collaborate regularly with our therapy team and parents
Serve as an advocate for all students
Track goals update assessments and coordinate student success plans for all students
Experience in classroom management
Encourage a learning environment of celebration and respect for differences