2026-27 Special Education Teacher (Kory Hunter Middle School)

LA Alliance

22h • $70,000 - $107,750

About The Position

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is hiring a Special Education Teacher for Kory Hunter Middle School for the 2026–27 school year. The teacher will provide inclusive, college-preparatory instruction and individualized support to scholars with disabilities, including multilingual learners, in a collaborative, high-expectations environment. The role includes delivering direct services in settings such as resource labs, push-in and co-taught classes; preparing and adapting instruction to meet individual needs; and using assessment data to guide differentiated teaching and scholar progress.

The teacher will manage an IEP caseload in Welligent, including writing IEPs, conducting IEP meetings, maintaining records, tracking services, and monitoring compliance. The role also involves collaborating with colleagues, families, and community partners; leading advisory classes; supporting scholars’ social-emotional growth; and contributing to Alliance’s values and mission of preparing scholars for college. Candidates must hold or be on a verifiable pathway to an eligible California special education credential and have a valid English Learner Authorization. The position is exempt.

Requirements

• A California teaching credential in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization are required.
• For Mild to Moderate Support Needs: an eligible California Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild-to-Moderate Support Needs or Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities, including Autism Authorization; an eligible California University or District Intern credential in Mild-to-Moderate Support Needs; or an equivalent out-of-state credential transferring to California.
• For Extensive Support Needs: an eligible California Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Extensive Support Needs or Moderate-to-Severe Disabilities; an eligible California University or District Intern credential in Extensive Support Needs; or an equivalent out-of-state credential transferring to California.
• Applicants with credentials in progress must provide a status letter from their credential program; intern applicants must provide an intern-eligibility letter; out-of-state credential applicants must provide a copy of their credential.
• Applicants without a credential may provide a bachelor’s degree transcript for evaluation of eligibility for an emergency teaching permit.
• Applicants must have a current credential or a verifiable pathway toward obtaining a California teaching credential.
• Complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance.
• Strong academic content expertise, instructional and classroom management skills, and knowledge of evaluation and assessment techniques.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with children and adults.

Nice To Haves

• Commitment to equitable education and the belief that all scholars can achieve and earn a four-year college degree.
• Desire to teach in systemically underserved Los Angeles communities and contribute to Alliance’s social justice mission through anti-racist, pro-Black, student-centered instruction.
• Ability to build a positive, supportive, collaborative, high-expectations culture.
• Ability to use data, technology, and innovative teaching methods to monitor growth and guide instruction.
• Growth mindset and commitment to continuously improving teaching practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations.
• Comply with school, Alliance network, LAUSD, county, state, and federal special education requirements, including implementing accommodations and modifications with fidelity.
• Maintain current information for an IEP caseload in Welligent, including writing IEPs, running IEP meetings, updating records, tracking services, and analyzing compliance reports.
• Provide direct services to scholars in settings and content areas that may include resource labs, push-in classes, and co-taught classes.
• Execute assigned curriculum and just-in-time supports to reach scholars with varied academic backgrounds, disabilities, and English-language fluency.
• Internalize curriculum aligned to grade-level content standards and prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and exit tickets aligned to rigorous college-ready standards.
• Use exit tickets, unit tests, interim exams, and other assessment data to identify differentiated re-teaching needs and advance scholar mastery.
• Collaborate with peers to ensure scholars receive appropriate support and accommodations to access grade-level content.
• Provide opportunities aligned with the Alliance College-Ready Graduate Profile and support scholars’ college preparation.
• Create a coherent and supportive classroom culture that promotes engagement, learning, and well-being.
• Build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, families, scholars, and alumni.
• Lead advisory classes that build relationships, support social-emotional growth, and strengthen school culture.
• Participate in instructional coaching and regular professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience.
• Generous retirement and health benefits.
• Paid holidays and leave.
• Substantial school-based and network-wide professional development, including two weeks of professional development for new hires.
• Leadership opportunities, including the Emerging Leader Cadre program.
• Teacher of the Year Award with special recognition and compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time