Secondary School SPED Teacher (2026 - 2027)
About The Position
The SPED Teacher will create a supportive learning environment in which to help students meet their learning goals. Through interesting and diverse methods, successful strategies to reach IEP goals, and access grade-level curriculum. They oversee student progress by tracking assignment and exam grades to provide useful feedback. WCPA teachers are results-driven educators with experience in and commitment to standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions. Essential Job Functions: Shared Vision: Supports a vision of excellence for all students, with an urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes Culture of Excellence : Fosters a safe, culturally responsive, and nurturing community where students love learning and are excited to attend school daily Teaching and Learning: Creates powerfully engaging experiences aligned to our academic model, and designed to accelerate student learning and achievement Data & Assessment: Regularly engages in individual student case management by proactively making data-driven decisions Innovation: Develops and executes SPED IEP goals following the regulations associated with federal and state guidelines in collaboration with the support team. Professional Growth : Committed to continuous growth, actively engages in professional development opportunities, and contributes to our professional learning community. Thrive in an environment of high expectations and collaboration to grow and hone their craft. Community Outreach: Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, required
- A California Education Specialist Credential (mild/mod); PIP/STSP/waivers will be considered
- Familiarity with and/or the ability to learn SIRUS, IEP writing, and Special Ed Reporting Software
- Familiarity with and/or the ability to learn RTI, co-teaching, collaboration, Push-In, Pull-out, Learning Lab Intervention, and small-group teaching models
- Demonstrated mastery of classroom skills, including classroom management, planning, assessment, and instructional practice
- Proficiency with various technologies and teaching tools
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparing and implementing lesson plans that lead to student understanding based on state standards
- Providing an effective learning environment that reflects and facilitates student achievement
- Assessing student progress and maintaining accurate records
- Writing and conducting IEPs and facilitating IEP meetings
- Proctoring Formal Assessments
- Updating service logs and files
- Communicating with partnering agencies
- Participating in SST Meetings
- Maintaining frequent communication with students, students' families, colleagues, and leadership
- Participating regularly in professional development opportunities
- Appropriately communicating and interacting with other professional staff in academic planning and school committee work.
- Attending and participating in staff meetings, and extra-curricular/school-related activities, and committees.
- Demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional growth and working with administrators to formulate and complete professional development plans.
- Maintaining a professional appearance and demonstrating behavior that is conscientious and responsible.
Benefits
- medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee
- WCPA contributes 19% to CalSTRS
- employees may participate in a 403(b) plan with up to 5% employer match (if not receiving CalSTRS contributions)
- Employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
