Special education

Every Special Child is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher in Santa Clarita, CA to join our team of educators.

In this role, you will be responsible for instructing groups of students with moderate to Severe disabilities. Your primary tasks will involve adapting the existing curriculum in any subjects and writing to accommodate the individual learning needs of each student.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ abilities and craft teaching plans
• Adapt learning materials to students’ needs
• Keep track of and reflect on students’ progress
• Monitor children’s behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed
• Find engaging activities to teach skills (e.g. drawing and theater drama)
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
• Prepare students for the transition to the next grade
• Inform parents about their children’s performance and potential problems
• Coach / mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
• Collaborate with the support staff (e.g. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans

Requirements and Skills

• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
• Ability to create IEPs
• Valid CA state special education certificate

Last updated : 2024-09-09