Special Education Teacher - Oakland, California

Make a meaningful impact supporting students as a Special Education Teacher in a moderate/severe SDC classroom for 1st and 2nd grade learners. This contract opportunity is located near Oakland, CA, and is set to begin in December or January, extending through the end of the academic year. You'll have the rewarding responsibility of guiding a manageable caseload of seven students, fostering an inclusive, structured environment where every child has the tools and support to succeed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Hold a valid teaching credential authorizing instruction in special education (mod/severe emphasis strongly preferred)
• Previous experience working with elementary-age students with moderate to severe disabilities
• Knowledge of best practices in individualized instruction, classroom management, and functional behavior supports
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, and support staff
• Skilled in developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable in dynamic school settings

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans tailored to a diverse spectrum of learning and behavioral needs
• Maintain compliance with all IEP goals, accommodations, and documentation requirements
• Monitor and track student progress, sharing updates regularly with families and educational teams
• Foster a safe, supportive, and structured classroom environment
• Provide differentiated instruction and behavior interventions as needed
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and related service providers to deliver comprehensive student support

This role provides the chance to work in a collaborative school environment, where your expertise will be valued and your impact will be tangible. If you are committed to helping every student unlock their potential and thrive, we encourage you to apply now to take the next step in your education career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.34 to $48.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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