26-27 Special Education Teacher (Inclusion) - Valor Academy Middle School

Bright Star Schools • North Hills, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bright Star Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Valor Academy Middle School. This is a full-time, exempt, 11-month position. Bright Star Schools is a non-profit organization with nine public charter schools in urban Los Angeles, dedicated to providing holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents. The organization emphasizes core operating principles of Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang (고향), and Growth, fostering a family-like environment for educators committed to developing well-rounded citizens. Bright Star Schools offers small class sizes, comprehensive coordinator support, and numerous collaboration opportunities. They are committed to improving teaching practice through data-driven and feedback-derived professional development, including organization-wide sessions, an instructional coaching program, a no-cost induction program for new teachers with preliminary credentials, paid professional development days, and professional learning communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• CA Education Specialist Credential
• Possession of either an English Learner Authorization (EL Authorization), Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) certificate; Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate; or Bilingual Certificate of Competence (BCC) required.
• Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli
• Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints
• Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information
• Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact
• Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations
• Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
• Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail
• Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands
• Must be able to logically solve problems
• Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students
• Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Must have a passion for teaching and student success
• Must demonstrate strong organizational Skills

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with an intern credential are also considered
• Two years of urban teaching experience preferred
• Bilingual Spanish or Korean desirable, but not required
• Commitment to Educational Excellence – Belief that every child deserves a high-quality education that prepares them for college and beyond.
• Whole-Child & Inclusive Teaching – Ability to support all students with modifications, accommodations, and high expectations in an equitable, anti-racist classroom.
• Growth Mindset & Collaboration – Open to feedback, self-reflection, and continuous learning while working closely with colleagues.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation – Willingness to analyze challenges, implement creative solutions, and adapt to meet student needs.
• Data-Driven & Engaging Instruction – Uses student data to inform teaching while fostering a joyful and well-managed classroom.
• Tech-Savvy & Adaptable – Competent with technology and eager to leverage it for student success.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Bright Star Schools’ mission, values, and high standards for student behavior.
• Build positive, restorative relationships with students and create safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborate with leaders and colleagues; participate in professional development and school-wide culture events.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff while modeling professionalism.
• Support school operations as needed (attendance, supervision, calendar commitments, and other duties).
• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned lessons that meet diverse student needs.
• Differentiate instruction for English Learners, students with IEPs, and a range of learning styles.
• Maintain accurate gradebooks, provide timely feedback, and communicate with families about student progress.
• Create a positive classroom culture and implement school-wide programs to support learning.
• Engage in weekly coaching, implement feedback, and collaborate with the Inclusive Education team.
• Collaboratively plan with general education peers to ensure all push-in and pull-out instruction is aligned to the grade-level instruction occurring within the classroom.
• Plan lessons that support students in meeting their IEP goals.
• Serve a combination of students, at times spanning 3-4 grade-levels with up to 12 students per grade span (for SDC teachers).
• Plan and deliver grade-level instruction in a smaller setting (for SDC teachers).
• Develop, manage, and uphold IEPs, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
• Facilitate IEP meetings, track services in Welligent, and provide timely progress reports.
• Collaborate with General Education, ELD, and Inclusive Education teams to support accommodations and co-teaching.
• Conduct academic assessments (e.g., Woodcock Johnson IV) and complete compliance documentation.
• Support student achievement through data-driven instruction, tutoring, and individualized interventions.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, CalSTRS retirement matching, life insurance, short-term disability, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays.
• Job-embedded induction program for new teachers with a preliminary teaching credential to earn their CA clear credential at no cost to the participant
• Weekly instructional coaching or mentoring (through our in-house induction program referenced above) for all teachers
• Instructional leaders as principals
• Pupil-free planning days for teachers
• Staff wellness program
• School counselors to support with family engagement and communication
• Opportunity to participate in stipended out of area and out of state life experience lessons (field trips)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees