Special Education Teacher

At Children's Health Council, we believe in the promise and potential of every child, teen and young adult. Our mission is to transform young lives by providing culturally responsive best-in-class learning and mental health services to families from diverse backgrounds regardless of language, location, or ability to pay. We specialize in ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression and Autism. Our strategic priorities include: being people first and empowering our workforce, creating systems built on equity, access, and inclusion, elevating technology and strengthening our community partnerships.

Special Education Teacher - Make a Meaningful Difference in Young Lives

Could this be you?

• Do you thrive in an environment where we actively live our mission every day?
• Do you celebrate differences and see them as opportunities for growth and learning?
• Are you passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs?
• Do you excel in collaborative, supportive professional environments?
• Are you seeking a role where your expertise and voice are valued in helping our community grow?
• Are you a skilled cross-cultural communicator who helps foster acceptance and belonging?
• Do you value building meaningful connections with individuals, teams, and systems within our organization?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, we invite you to join our dedicated team!

About the role!
As our Special Education Teacher, you'll plan and deliver engaging instruction based on Common Core Standards while helping students achieve their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. You'll collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to create supportive learning environments where students with diverse needs can thrive. This position reports to the Head of School.

As a Special Education Teacher, you will:

• Design and implement dynamic, differentiated academic instruction that addresses each student's unique learning needs
• Develop deep understanding of each student's learning profile through assessment and observation, creating targeted goals and instructional approaches to facilitate progress
• Partner with Behavior Specialists to implement our schoolwide Positive Behavior Training (PBT) management system
• Track student progress through formal and informal assessments, maintaining comprehensive portfolios and records
• Lead meaningful parent-teacher conferences and maintain regular communication with families
• Create and update IEP goals and progress summaries with clarity and insight
• Present student progress and proposed goals at IEP meetings with confidence and expertise
• Administer California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress testing
• Co-facilitate weekly team meetings and provide direction to classroom assistants
• Participate in supervision and professional development opportunities
• Attend all required meetings and uphold school policies, educational codes, and confidentiality standards
• Maintain your special education credential through continuing education

What we're looking for:

• Passion for curriculum development and implementing effective instructional strategies
• Expertise with assessment tools for identifying and supporting students with special needs
• Creativity in adapting curriculum to address diverse learning profiles
• Skill in establishing data-driven progress monitoring systems that inform instructional decisions
• Ability to develop comprehensive IEPs that address skill deficits while aligning with Common Core standards
• Collaborative mindset and leadership skills to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams

About your background (education/experience):

• Valid CA Special Education credential or intern credential
• At minimum, an intern-level special education credential (Master's Degree preferred)
• Classroom experience working with students with emotional/behavioral challenges and learning differences
• Understanding of anxiety, ADHD, mood dysregulation, and specific learning challenges
• Experience implementing Common Core Curriculum, Universal Design for Learning, and differentiated instruction
• Demonstrated ability to create accommodations that optimize each student's learning experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience preparing/presenting IEPs
• Comfort with technology systems (G-suite, Outlook) and incorporating technology into instruction
• Effective classroom management skills

Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to complete Pro-ACT crisis management system training
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods during instruction and supervision

Special Job Requirements:

• Availability for evening events (Back to School Night, Art Show, Achievement Night, staff training, IEP meetings)
• Valid CA driver's license preferred

Contact with Others:

• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to articulate expectations to classroom team and students

Compensation:
Range: $70,000-$90,000 per year
Pay Type: salary

* The starting base salary for this position is as shown above. The actual base salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, and market demand. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
CHC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: recruiting@chconline.org.