Education Specialist Extensive Support Needs-Tustin

Port View Preparatory; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pet Discount Program

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Port View Preparatory is seeking an Education Specialist to join our team of dedicated educators. You will create supportive, individualized learning experiences for students with diverse learning needs and collaborate with families, therapists, and staff to support student growth.

This year-round position operates on a 220-day school calendar and emphasizes collaboration, ongoing assessment, and responsive instruction to help every student progress academically and personally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution is required.
• Valid California Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate with Autism Authorization, or Moderate/Severe / Extensive Support Needs) is required.
• Intern, Preliminary, or Clear Credential required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction tailored to each student's academic, behavioral, and developmental needs
• Create engaging lesson plans and interactive classroom activities that support student learning and growth
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment
• Observe and assess student progress, behavior, and social-emotional development
• Collaborate with families, support staff, therapists, and fellow educators to support student success
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide ongoing feedback
• Support students with functional, behavioral, and community-based learning skills
• Participate in professional development opportunities, trainings, seminars, and team collaboration meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution

Valid California Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate with Autism Authorization, or Moderate/Severe / Extensive Support Needs)

Intern, Preliminary, or Clear Credential required

Job description

Are you passionate about helping students reach their full potential? Port View Preparatory is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Education Specialist to join our team of exceptional educators. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by creating supportive, engaging, and individualized learning experiences for students with diverse learning needs.

We are looking for someone who brings energy, creativity, and patience to the classroom and is committed to fostering our students' academic growth and personal development. The ideal candidate values collaboration, builds strong relationships with students and families, and creates a positive learning environment where every student can succeed.

What You'll Do

• Provide individualized instruction tailored to each student's academic, behavioral, and developmental needs
• Create engaging lesson plans and interactive classroom activities that support student learning and growth
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment
• Observe and assess student progress, behavior, and social-emotional development
• Collaborate with families, support staff, therapists, and fellow educators to support student success
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide ongoing feedback
• Support students with functional, behavioral, and community-based learning skills
• Participate in professional development opportunities, trainings, seminars, and team collaboration meetings

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Valid California Education Specialist Credential:
  • Mild/Moderate Support Needs (with Autism Authorization), or
  • Moderate/Severe / Extensive Support Needs
• Intern, Preliminary, or Clear Credential required

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in special education settings
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies and functional curriculum development
• Strong classroom management, organization and communication skills
• A genuine passion for supporting students with diverse and intensive learning needs

Why Join Our Team?

We believe great educators deserve meaningful support, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth. When you join our team, you become part of a collaborative and student-centered environment where your work truly matters.

This is a year-round position operating on a 220-day school calendar, providing consistent opportunities to support student growth and maintain continuity in learning throughout the year.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary: $70,304 - $115,000, based on education, credentials, and years of experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Pet Discount Program
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Important Application Requirement

Due to credentialing requirements, applicants must hold one of the listed California Education Specialist credentials or provide proof of intern eligibility at the time of application.