SPED Middle School Education Specialist

Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a dynamic, thriving, diverse charter school in an urban environment that serves approximately 800 students in grades 6-12. We are seeking a full time Middle School Education Specialist to join our outstanding Special Education program for grades 6 – 8 as a Case Manager. We operate as our own LEA under the El Dorado County Charter SELPA as a full inclusion program. Under this model, students spend their day in their general education and arts classes. The case manager’s role is to support and foster student success while working closely with the general education teachers through either pushing into the classrooms or pulling students out for more individualized support. The school curriculum revolves around the concept of integration, both between academic subjects and within the arts. Collaboration is central to the department as our students are fully included. JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, the Education Specialist will provide instruction, assessment and program planning for special education students with mild/moderate disabilities to include specific learning disabilities, speech and language impairments, mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, emotional disturbance. The fundamental purpose of this position is to adapt the content,methodology, and delivery of instruction to meet the needs of an eligible child and ensure the student’s access to the general curriculum and rigorous educational standards adopted by OSA and the State of California. Join the dynamic and culturally rich community at Oakland School for the Arts (OSA), a distinguished charter school nestled in the heart of an urban environment, renowned for its innovative approach in merging the arts with a rigorous academic framework. Serving approximately 800 students from grades 6-12, OSA is dedicated to fostering both artistic expression and academic excellence. We are proud to share that we continue to have an over 90% staff retention rate. You can learn more about OSA by watching this short video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS5Gf4NldnI. Bachelor’s degree in general education/special education or a related field from an accredited institution. California Teaching Credential – Special Education or Multiple Subject or Single Subject with English Learner Authorization. Experience and passion for teaching Special Education middle school students Strong communication and interpersonal skills, thriving in a creative, energetic, and diverse educational setting. An advanced degree in the content area is preferred EdJoin Classified Application (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application) Cover Letter Resume 3 Letters of Professional Reference dated within the last year of which one must be from a direct supervisor

Salary : $65,190 - $81,030