Special Education Teacher

We are urgently hiring a Special Education (RSP) Teacher to join our team at one of our schools in the Pacoima, CA area. In this role, you will collaborate with general education teachers in inclusive classrooms to support students with diverse learning needs. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to positively impact students' educational experiences while serving as a vital resource for both students and educators.

Pay Rate: $42.00 - $49.00 per hour

Location: Pacoima, CA. 91331

Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:15am - 1:30pm)

Why work with us:

• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated and caring professionals.
• Professional Growth: Access professional development opportunities.
• Technology Support: Receive a company laptop for long-term assignments and a designated workspace for virtual sessions if needed.
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy direct deposit, paid sick leave, life insurance, and comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage for full-time positions.
• Career Pathways: Explore connections and opportunities that can pave the way to permanent positions

Qualifications:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree (Master's Preferred)
• Required: California Clear or Preliminary Resource Specialist Teaching Credential in Mild to Moderate
• Confident computer technology skills
• Proficiency with Special Education Systems, like SEIS and/or Welligent
• Experience working in an IB world school
• Recent and relevant professional development in teaching and learning
• Experience and/ or knowledge of backward planning to develop learning units
• Proven ability to work in an urban school environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Preferably Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support students' unique learning needs.
• Provide special education services as outlined in students' IEPs, ensuring compliance with goals and objectives.
• Assess and evaluate students to determine their specific educational requirements.
• Document special education support in the SPED-X system and report progress on IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and parents to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing input on student progress and necessary accommodations.
• Coordinate and schedule services to ensure students receive the appropriate support.
• Maintain compliance with special education regulations and due process requirements.

The Aptus Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.