Special Education Teacher
About The Position
New Haven Youth & Family Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Education Teacher to join our school-based program serving at-risk youth with significant behavioral and learning needs. This is a 225-day school year position. This role is best suited for an educator who has experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities and who is comfortable in a structured, therapeutic, and highly collaborative school environment. You will deliver individualized instruction while working closely with clinical and support staff to ensure students receive consistent academic, behavioral, and emotional support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential (or eligibility to obtain) required
- CLAD Certification (or in progress) required or strongly preferred
- Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities required
- Strong classroom management and ability to engage high-needs student populations
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills
- Comfortable working in a structured, team-based educational setting
- Proficient with basic computer systems (Word, Excel, student data systems)
- Valid California driver’s license and ability to pass required background and fingerprint clearances
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2–3 years of teaching experience preferred
- CLAD Certification (or in progress) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals using direct instruction, small group, and project-based learning
- Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Common Core standards
- Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment using effective behavior management strategies
- Serve as case manager for assigned IEPs/ITPs and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams
- Track, document, and report student academic, behavioral, and attendance progress
- Supervise instructional aides and support staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans
- Participate in team meetings, treatment planning, and school-wide programming
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), and FSA
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
