JOIN OUR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEAMEDUCATION SPECIALISTLead a classroom where every student is known, supported, and challenged to grow.Location: Linden Oaks Campus, Buena Park, CACompensation: $60,000–$82,000 annual salary, equivalent to approximately $41–$56 per scheduled work hourSchedule: Monday–Friday, 7 hours per dayStatus: Full-Time, salaried, exemptWork Calendar: School calendar, 210 days per year (1,470 scheduled hours)Reports To: Director of Education ServicesThis is a salaried, exempt position. The hourly equivalent is provided to help candidates compare compensation based on the position’s 1,470-hour annual work schedule.Make a Meaningful Difference Through Specialized InstructionAt Linden Oaks, Education Specialists lead individualized classrooms designed around each student's strengths, needs, and goals. You will develop specialized instruction, guide the IEP process, and collaborate with families, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and school district partners to help students make meaningful progress.This is a classroom leadership role for an educator who values collaboration, approaches student learning with creativity and care, and is committed to maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment.What You'll DoDevelop and deliver research-based, specialized instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals and objectives.Use varied instructional strategies and evidence-based practices to support diverse learning needs.Assess student progress, monitor achievement, and adjust instruction based on individual needs.Develop and implement compliant annual IEPs, including present levels, goals, objectives, and required services.Lead and participate in IEP meetings in collaboration with families, service providers, supervisors, and school district personnel.Establish a safe, structured, and supportive classroom and implement individualized behavior-management strategies.Provide direction, training, and supervision to paraprofessionals and instructional support staff.Coordinate with related service providers and support staff to ensure consistent, integrated services.Maintain accurate attendance, student records, progress documentation, and other required compliance materials.Communicate professionally with families, colleagues, and external partners while supporting Linden Oaks' mission and initiatives.Why Linden Oaks?Competitive annual salary of $60,000-$82,000, based on qualifications and experience.A consistent, school-based Monday-Friday schedule.Daily collaboration with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and professionals from multiple disciplines.The opportunity to lead an individualized classroom while receiving support from an interdisciplinary team.Professional-development opportunities and pathways for experienced educators to be considered for Lead or Manager-level roles.Meaningful, mission-driven work centered on student safety, dignity, independence, and potential.What to ExpectThis position is active and campus-based. Education Specialists work in classroom, campus, indoor, and outdoor environments with noise levels that may range from moderate to loud. The role requires regular standing, walking, movement throughout the classroom and campus, frequent computer use, occasional bending and stooping, and the ability to lift or support up to 50 pounds. Education Specialists must also be able to respond to student needs and emergencies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Ready to lead a classroom where every student can grow? Apply today to join the Linden Oaks team.Our Commitment to an Inclusive WorkplaceLinden Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.What We're Looking ForA valid California Education Specialist Credential in Moderate/Severe or Mild/Moderate with Autism Authorization.At least two years of experience in an educational or related setting.Knowledge of IEP development, specialized instruction, progress monitoring, and special education compliance.Strong written and verbal communication skills.The ability to lead a classroom team and build collaborative relationships with families and professional partners.A valid driver's license or access to reliable transportation.