1310 - Mild Moderate Teacher for the 2026-27 School Year

Hemet Unified School District•Hemet, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the school site administrator, the Special Education Teacher plans, develops, implements, and evaluates specially designed instruction and special education services for students with mild to moderate support needs in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). The teacher provides instruction and supports to promote access to and progress in the general education curriculum and educational environment; conducts educational assessments within the scope of the credential; develops and monitors IEP goals; and serves as a case manager. The role involves collaboration with parents and guardians, general education teachers, related-service providers, instructional support staff, and other IEP team members to address students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, communication, vocational, and functional needs as appropriate. The position is for the 2026–27 school year and follows a school calendar not exceeding 186 days, pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. It is a certificated, exempt position represented by the Hemet Teachers Association. A $1,500 caseload management stipend is listed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Completion of all education and preparation requirements necessary to hold the required California teaching credential.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential authorizing service to students with Mild to Moderate Support Needs, or another valid California credential or authorization permitting the services required by the assignment.
Possess or be able to obtain an appropriate English Learner authorization, such as CLAD/BCLAD, as required by the assignment and California law.
Ability to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate specially designed instruction responsive to individual student needs.
Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and maintain accurate and timely IEPs and related documentation.
Ability to conduct educational assessments and interpret data within the scope of the credential.
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents and guardians, teachers, administrators, instructional aides and paraprofessionals, related-service providers, and community agencies.
Ability to provide instructional direction and guidance to support staff working with assigned students.
Ability to use student data to monitor progress and adjust instruction, interventions, and supports.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound professional judgment, and manage multiple responsibilities and timelines.
Knowledge of specially designed instruction for students with mild to moderate support needs; California academic content standards and curriculum; IEP development and case management; assessment and data analysis; positive behavioral supports; inclusive practices; instructional and assistive technology; and applicable special education laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and timelines.

Responsibilities

Plan, provide, and evaluate specially designed instruction aligned with students' IEPs, individual needs, grade-level standards, and access to the general education curriculum.
Provide instruction and special education support through individual, small-group, classroom-based, collaborative, co-teaching, push-in, pull-out, or other service delivery models consistent with students' IEPs and available program options.
Develop, implement, and monitor legally compliant IEPs, including present levels of performance, measurable annual goals, accommodations, modifications, services, supports, and progress reporting.
Serve as case manager for assigned students; coordinate IEP development and implementation, schedule and participate in IEP team meetings, and maintain required special education records and documentation within established timelines.
Conduct educational assessments within the scope of the credential and analyze assessment, curriculum, observation, and progress-monitoring data to identify student needs, develop goals, and adjust instruction.
Monitor, document, and report student progress toward IEP goals and educational standards, using data to evaluate instruction, interventions, accommodations, and supports.
Collaborate with general education teachers and other staff to support students' access to and participation in the least restrictive environment, including the implementation of accommodations, modifications, differentiated instruction, and behavioral supports.
Collaborate with parents and guardians and multidisciplinary IEP team members, which may include administrators, school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, counselors, behavior specialists, occupational and physical therapists, nurses, and other service providers.
Implement positive behavioral supports, behavior intervention plans, and other IEP-required behavioral, social-emotional, and functional supports in collaboration with appropriate staff.
Provide instructional direction, coordination, and guidance to instructional aides and paraprofessionals assigned to support students, and assist them in implementing instructional strategies, accommodations, behavioral supports, and student-specific plans.
Select, adapt, and use appropriate instructional materials, evidence-based practices, technology, and assistive technology to provide access to instruction and support student progress.
Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and guardians about student progress, educational needs, and IEP implementation, and promote meaningful parent participation.
Support transitions between grade levels, programs, schools, and postsecondary settings; for students of transition age, participate in transition assessment and in developing and implementing postsecondary goals and transition services.
Maintain confidentiality of student information and records and comply with applicable federal and state special education requirements, District policies and procedures, and professional standards.
Participate in staff meetings, professional learning, collaboration, and other school and District activities necessary to support student achievement and effective special education programming.
Perform other related duties as assigned.