Special Education Intensive Teacher (1.0 FTE) $10,000 SIGNING BONUS 2026/2027 - Russell Ranch Elementary

Folsom Cordova Unified School District • Rancho Cordova, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Folsom Cordova Unified School District is seeking a dedicated Special Education Intensive Teacher for Russell Ranch Elementary for the 2026/2027 school year. The position is listed at 1.0 FTE and includes a $10,000 signing bonus, subject to eligibility and payment conditions. Teachers work collaboratively through Professional Learning Communities, shared planning, data analysis, and ongoing support to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.

The Special Day Class teacher works under the direction of the principal and the coordinator of the Special Services Department. The primary purpose is to reduce students’ learning disabilities so they can function effectively when they return to the regular classroom instructional program. The teacher gathers and interprets student information, plans individualized instruction, assesses achievement, maintains records, directs teacher aides, and works with families, classroom teachers, and special services personnel.

The district requires a valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential with either Moderate/Severe Authorization or Extensive Support Needs Authorization, along with English Learner Authorization or CLAD. New credential program graduates may be considered if they submit a program letter confirming that requirements have been met and stating the completion date. Employment is conditional on the listed clearances, license and credential verification, and Board of Trustees approval. Applicants must apply online through Ed-Join and attach the required documents; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Requirements

• Valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential with Moderate/Severe Authorization and English Learner Authorization (or CLAD), or a valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential with Extensive Support Needs Authorization and English Learner Authorization (or CLAD).
• New credential program graduates may be considered with a letter from their program confirming requirements have been met and providing the completion date.
• Satisfaction of employment conditions: DOJ clearance/background check, AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check, TB clearance, valid California driver’s license, verification of appropriate California credentials, and Board of Trustees approval.
• Submit an online application through Ed-Join with required attachments, including a credential copy or program letter, letter of introduction, up to three letters of reference, and resume.

Responsibilities

• Gather available information about each student.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Organize and interpret student information, drawing conclusions about strengths, weaknesses, and potential.
• Develop an individual instructional plan for each student based on established long-range goals and short-term objectives.
• Direct the activities of teacher aides.
• Communicate with regular classroom teachers to support students’ transition back into the regular program.
• Assess pupil achievement and communicate assessments to parents, the principal, and the coordinator.
• Establish and maintain a record-keeping system that facilitates student learning.
• Work cooperatively with special services personnel in conducting the program.
• Attend and participate in relevant in-service programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues through shared planning, data analysis, and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction and student outcomes.

Benefits

• $10,000 signing bonus, paid over three installments at the completion of subsequent school years for eligible employees with a full preliminary or clear credential; prorated for partial FTE. Internal candidates are not eligible.

What This Job Offers

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