Special Education Teacher (M/S/ESN)
About The Position
Conecta Education is actively seeking a Special Education Teacher (M/S/ESN) for the greater Santa Cruz County Area. Conecta specializes exclusively in educational staffing, leveraging consultants with decades of experience to provide candidates with access to diverse opportunities, flexibility, and personalized career support. The company is dedicated to helping candidates find the right job, ensuring compatibility between providers, schools, and students. Conecta's experienced staffing consultants assess individual career goals and craft tailored search strategies, proactively seeking out ideal opportunities even if they are not part of current job openings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Valid California Single Subject or Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe) teaching credential.
- Knowledge of state curriculum standards, IEP development, and special education laws (IDEA, Section 504, ADA).
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
- Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Provide direct instruction in academic, social, communication, and life skills.
- Conduct ongoing assessment and progress monitoring; adjust instruction accordingly.
- Collaborate with general education staff, specialists, and families to support inclusion and overall student success.
- Maintain accurate records, progress reports, and comply with all state and district regulations.
- Supervise paraprofessionals and support staff as needed.
- Support positive behavioral interventions and implement Individual Behavior Plans when applicable.
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible, school-based employment options across the country
- Contract employment
- Perm to contract employment
- Part-time & Full-time employment
- Per diem employment
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive hourly pay (W-2)
- Per diem reimbursement (if eligible under IRS guidelines)
- Health insurance for full-time employees
- 401(K) plan
- CEU’s
- Relocation assistance
- Optional summer pay programs for school-based providers
- Opportunities to transition from contract to permanent employment with our clients
- Ongoing dedicated support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
