5th-7th Grade Inclusion Teacher

Open Mind School • Menlo Park, CA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Inclusion Teacher for grades 5–7 supports students during an academically and socially dynamic period of development. The role delivers rigorous, differentiated instruction across core subjects in a mixed-ability, multi-grade classroom, using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to address a range of academic profiles. The teacher collaborates with special service providers, content-area specialists, and families to create intellectually challenging and personally meaningful learning experiences grounded in presumed competence. Strong content knowledge, sophisticated classroom management, and an understanding of adolescent social-emotional development are essential.

Requirements

• Valid California teaching credential: Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Special Education.
• At least 3 years of credentialed lead classroom teaching experience, including demonstrated middle school experience.
• Demonstrated experience planning and implementing curriculum aligned to state standards.
• Proficiency with educational technology, including Google Classroom and digital assessment tools.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of lead classroom experience, preferably spanning upper elementary and middle school grades in an inclusion setting.
• Strong content-area knowledge in at least two of ELA, Math, Science, and History.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder or Apraxia.
• Familiarity with intervention methodologies such as ABA, DIR, RDI, PRT, and/or RPM.
• At least 3 years integrating social-emotional learning into practice, including experience supporting early adolescents.
• At least 3 years of team leadership, mentorship, or educator management experience.
• Special Education credential or equivalent specialized training.
• Experience as a founding educator at a new school or school site.

Responsibilities

• Deliver content-rich instruction in ELA, Math, Science, History, and Study Skills in a small mixed-age class with a maximum 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
• Use UDL principles to design differentiated, experiential, and project-based learning aligned with California Common Core State Standards for grades 5–7.
• Develop and maintain individualized learning plans addressing each student's academic level, learning profile, and social-emotional development.
• Implement and model classroom management systems that foster student independence, self-advocacy, and accountability.
• Co-teach with content specialists, such as scientists, published authors, and university professors.
• Collaborate with art and music educators on integrated, cross-disciplinary projects.
• Guide students through social-emotional challenges with sensitivity and consistency.
• Communicate student progress to families through regular updates, conferences, Back to School Nights, and Open House events.
• Maintain up-to-date gradebooks and upload lesson plans at least two weeks in advance.
• Contribute to school-wide curriculum development, staff mentorship, and the refinement of inclusive education best practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account.
• Quarterly performance bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free private school enrollment and childcare for employees' children on school operating days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed