Special Education Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools•Anaheim, CA

20d•$74,200 - $86,670

About The Position

Rocketship Special Education Teachers, known as Education Specialists (Mild/Moderate Support Needs), help ensure students with disabilities have access to excellent, inclusive education. They work with students, families, general education teachers, and paraprofessionals to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The role emphasizes learning alongside general education peers whenever possible, co-teaching, and ensuring accommodations and modifications are implemented. Education Specialists manage a caseload at a single school and provide small-group, push-in, and pull-out instruction. They maintain compliance with IDEA and state law and receive weekly coaching from school leaders, with additional coaching from a Special Education Program Specialist. They partner with families and staff on Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), applying strategies such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The position reports to a Principal or Assistant Principal.

Requirements

Hold a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
Hold a valid Special Education teaching credential (Mild/Moderate or equivalent) in the state of employment, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
Maintain active, good-standing credential status throughout employment with Rocketship.
Hold a valid Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate Support Needs) credential or be eligible for a Provisional Internship Permit (PIP) or Short-Term Staff Permit (STSP).
For candidates using a PIP or STSP, hold current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or be willing to complete CPR certification before starting.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience working with children in special education, behavioral support, or related settings.
Background or understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
Knowledge of special education law, IDEA compliance, and effective inclusion practices.
Growth orientation and eagerness to learn from feedback and coaching.
Commitment to equity, meaningful inclusion, and closing opportunity gaps for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Help students work toward and achieve IEP academic goals aligned with Common Core standards and Rocketship core content.
Provide individualized and small-group instruction, along with push-in and pull-out support, to help students access grade-level content.
Co-teach with general education teachers and support accommodations, modifications, and meaningful inclusion.
Partner with paraprofessionals to provide consistent, high-quality student support across settings.
Manage an IEP caseload in accordance with state regulations, IDEA, and state law.
Draft and write compliant IEPs, facilitate IEP meetings, and maintain accurate records in the IEP system.
Collaborate with psychologists and related service providers, including speech and occupational therapy providers, to interpret assessments and ensure appropriate services.
Communicate with families and team members about IEP goals, accommodations, and student progress.
Work with students, families, and school staff to develop and implement responsive behavior supports, including BSPs and BIPs.
Apply behavior-support strategies, including ABA principles, to promote positive behavior and supportive learning environments.
Partner with families through IEP meetings, regular communication, and home visits.
Participate fully in weekly coaching, including in-the-moment classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development.
Reflect on practice, take ownership of outcomes, and learn from both positive and challenging experiences.
Collaborate with educators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and school communities through meetings, conferences, and trainings.
Uphold legal and instructional standards for IEPs and services and contribute to a positive, collaborative staff culture.