Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking a Special Education Teacher for its Grades K–12 special education program. 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 delivering targeted instruction, using curriculum resources and educational software, and creating lesson plans and schedules tailored to students’ physical, emotional, and educational needs and aligned with state and school standards. The teacher collaborates with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and instructional staff; supports students’ academic and social development; tracks progress and maintains records; and develops and implements individualized plans, goals, and interventions. The position also includes maintaining an organized and safe classroom, using positive behavior strategies, keeping current with research-based practices, and pursuing professional growth. ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education provides alternative and special education programs and partners with more than 235 school districts nationwide. The posting describes a collaborative culture focused on helping children and young adults build successful, independent futures.
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.
- Prior experience and/or high skill in classroom management systems, teaching strategies, curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and personalized learning.
- Experience and/or knowledge of special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or related disabilities.
- Experience and/or knowledge working with students who have IEPs.
- Demonstrated success developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs and abilities.
- Proficiency in motivating students and having critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency 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, 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 generate reports on student achievements and activities.
- Deliver differentiated, targeted instruction individually or collaboratively in a co-teaching environment to meet IEP goals.
- Adapt and modify curriculum and instruction for students’ diverse learning styles and capabilities, and guide instructional staff on differentiation.
- Use varied instructional methods, resources, and educational software to support students’ needs and interests.
- Manage student caseloads, 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 established procedures.
- Stay informed about research-based instructional practices and developments in special education and subject-specific areas.
- Respond constructively to formal evaluation and informal observation feedback 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.
- Annual education stipend of $2,000.
- Free telehealth and virtual counseling sessions.
- Free health advocacy services and 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.
- Personal and life-event paid leave policy.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Perks at Work employee discount program.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
