Special Education Teacher

Atlantis Academy • Concord, CA

11h • $70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking a Special Education Teacher for its special education program serving Grades K–12. The teacher leads instruction for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing personalized learning experiences in a learning center and/or classroom. The role involves collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and administrators to support educational and social development, and contributing to a culture focused on student growth, innovation, and meaningful outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education, or a closely related field.
• Currently licensed or in the process of obtaining a valid California Education Specialist Instruction (Mild-Moderate) credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
• Experience and/or strong skills in classroom management, effective teaching strategies, curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and personalized learning.
• Knowledge or experience in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or related disabilities.
• Experience or strong knowledge working with students with IEPs.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs and abilities.
• Ability to motivate students and have critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly during emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an alternative education, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive, collaborative environment involving students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
• Establish a classroom climate based on mutual respect, fairness, clear expectations, social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions, modeling Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Implement and reinforce school-wide and classroom PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences.
• Track and document student progress, maintain accurate student files, and prepare reports on student achievements and activities.
• Deliver differentiated, targeted instruction individually or in a co-teaching environment to meet IEP goals.
• Adapt curriculum and instruction to students’ diverse learning styles and capabilities, and guide instructional staff on differentiation.
• Use varied instructional methods, resources, and educational software to support diverse student needs and interests.
• Manage a student caseload, including developing, updating, and implementing IEPs, goals, and interventions.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and organize instructional materials aligned with curriculum standards and individual student objectives.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom and manage supplies, furniture, and resources according to procedures.
• Stay current with research-based instructional practices and developments in special education and subject-specific areas.
• Respond constructively to feedback from evaluations and observations and pursue ongoing professional growth.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the school community and educational program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Free telehealth and virtual counseling sessions.
• Free health advocacy services and a 24/7 nurse line.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Company-paid employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Personal protection insurance plans.
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program.
• Legal services insurance.
• Pet health insurance.
• Accrual-based paid time off.
• School-hours schedule and paid holidays.
• Extensive paid leave policy for personal and life events.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Perks at Work employee discount program.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• $2,000 annual education stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time