Special Education Teacher

TheraPeds • Palo Alto, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools nationwide to provide special education teaching services to PreK–12 students. The organization emphasizes knowledge of the education process and IDEA requirements, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, high-quality teaching and case management, and meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

This is a full-time, on-site Special Education Teacher role at a school in Palo Alto, California, serving students in grades 9–11. The position runs October through June for the 2026–2027 school year, with an ending date of June 4, 2027, and an option for ESY. The teacher will provide educational services, case management, and evaluations for a caseload of 7–10 students. The role includes dual support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners, with guaranteed hours that include documentation, administrative work, and planning time.

Requirements

• Teaching certification.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree or higher in Special Education.
• State license as a special education teacher.
• Experience working with children.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents, exercising a high level of tact and discretion in internal and external communications.
• Ability to perform necessary physical movements for working and playing with students, including lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in various locations and activities.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
• Deliver instruction tailored to students’ diverse learning styles and needs.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, specialists, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to support student learning.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations and provide case management services.
• Monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies to improve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavior, and progress to inform instruction and planning.
• Create a welcoming, safe, and productive classroom environment that encourages positive behavior and learning.
• Guide and support classroom staff in implementing educational strategies for students with special needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k) for W-2 employees, with eligibility dependent on employment status.
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates that include a stipend for health benefits and taxes for 1099 contractors.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community.
• Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time.
• Bi-monthly salary deposits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level