Special Education Teacher
About The Position
At The Creekside School, we get to know each student ~ their interests, strengths, communication, and support needs ~ and build learning around that understanding. We are a nonpublic school serving students with profound autism in San Jose. Founded by families seeking an education that truly met their children’s needs, Creekside brings that same commitment to individual students and family partnership into our work today. We’re seeking a thoughtful, creative Special Education Teacher who values relationships, welcomes collaboration, and finds purpose in helping students develop communication, independence, and skills they can use throughout their lives.
Requirements
- Experience teaching students with autism and significant support needs.
- Skills in individualized instruction, IEP development, and monitoring student progress.
- A collaborative approach to working with paraprofessionals, specialists, and families.
- Patience, curiosity, flexibility, and a commitment to each student’s dignity.
- A willingness to reflect, ask questions, and adjust your approach as you learn what works for each student.
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing IEPs with meaningful, measurable goals.
- Adapting instruction to students’ strengths, interests, preferences, and support needs.
- Teaching functional academics, communication, social skills, and daily living skills.
- Supporting emotional, sensory, and behavioral regulation with guidance from the multidisciplinary team.
- Incorporating student choice and assent into a respectful, responsive classroom.
- Using observations and progress data to refine instruction and celebrate growth.
- Helping students apply skills through community outings and everyday experiences.
- Guiding classroom support staff and maintaining consistent communication with families.
Benefits
- Fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
- Fully vested 401(k) with a 4% company match.
- Seven weeks of paid time off according to the school calendar, plus holiday pay.
- Professional development across disciplines and shared planning time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
