Special Education Teacher

TheraPeds • Palo Alto, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Special Education Teacher for a school in Palo Alto, California, serving students in grades 9–11 during the October–June 2026/27 school year. The caseload is 7–10 students, and the role provides teaching and case management services, including assessments, evaluations, IEP development, and progress monitoring. The teacher will work with students with disabilities and collaborate with parents, educators, therapists, specialists, and other school staff. The position is 37.5 hours per week, with guaranteed hours that include documentation, administrative, and planning time. The assignment ends June 4, 2027, with an option for ESY. The position may be offered as a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor.

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 using technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents, exercising tact and discretion in internal and external communications.
• Ability to perform necessary physical movements when working and engaging with students, including lifting, sitting, walking, standing, and crawling.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year 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 school staff to support student learning.
• Monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies to improve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavior, and progress.
• 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.
• Provide educational services, case management, and evaluations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible W-2 employees.
• A health-benefit stipend and resources for benefit enrollment for eligible 1099 contractors.
• 401(k) for eligible W-2 employees.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Bi-monthly salary deposits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time