Teacher: Special Education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing - Korematsu Discovery Academy (2026-27)
About The Position
Oakland Unified School District is seeking passionate, equity-focused, and resilient educators to join their team. This role is for a Special Education Teacher specializing in Deaf/Hard of Hearing for the Korematsu Discovery Academy for the 2026-27 school year. The district is committed to a Full Service Community District model, focusing on high academic achievement, serving the whole child, and eliminating inequity. Their vision is for all students to find joy in their academic experience and graduate with the skills for college, career, and community success. The district's strategic plan focuses on ensuring strong third-grade readers, supporting powerful graduates, creating inspiring schools, and growing a diverse and stable staff. They are looking for educators who believe in building caring relationships, maintaining high expectations through an asset-based lens, creating equitable conditions, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing as anti-racist educators.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Eligible for employment in the US
- Pass a criminal background check
- Possess, or be willing to earn, a California teaching credential authorizing instruction in core curriculum
- Completed online application
- Resume and cover letter
- Two current professional references, including from a Supervisor
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or commitment to weekly testing (upon request)
Responsibilities
- Instruct students with hearing impairments.
- Collaborate with colleagues, families, and students.
- Participate in Professional Learning Communities.
- Engage in self-reflection and incorporate feedback to grow as an educator and leader.
- Work towards eliminating racism within educational systems and policies.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries determined by experience, education level, and credentials
- Acceptance of up to twelve years of full time teaching experience in other school settings on the salary schedule
- Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System
- Tuition and debt relief for selected Special Education teachers
- Professional development and training
- Innovative curricula
- Ongoing mentoring and advancement opportunities
- Opportunities to work in Professional Learning Communities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
