Education Specialist Mild/Moderate- Therapeutic Support Program

Palo Alto Unified School District; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee Self

Job summary

Palo Alto Unified School District Education Specialist Mild/Moderate- Therapeutic Support Program is seeking a dedicated educator for an elementary setting. The role involves leading a learning center and supporting students with IEPs in the least restrictive environment.

Responsibilities include case management, professional conduct, parent engagement and partnerships, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure cohesive instructional planning and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires credential copy, transcript, letters of rec, and resume.
• Case management and collaboration with colleagues are essential.
• Effective communication with parents and team members is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a learning center to support students with IEPs in the least restrictive environment.
• Perform case management and maintain professional conduct.
• Engage with parents and collaborate with school colleagues to align goals.
• Coordinate with general education staff to support inclusive practices.

Education

Credential Copy

Job description

Education Specialist Mild/Moderate- Therapeutic Support Program at Palo Alto Unified School District

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Date Posted: 10/15/2026

Contact: Jaime Anderson

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: Pay dependent on experience

Add'l Salary Info: Placement on Salary Schedule

Length of Work Year: 187 days

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Elementary

Department: Special Education

Benefits

100% Employee Self

Job Summary

Overview: The Education Specialist will serve as classroom teacher in both special education/general education settings at the elementary level, leading a learning center to support students with IEPs in the least restrictive environment. Case management, professionalism, communication, parent engagement and partnerships and ability to collaborate with colleagues are cornerstones to this position.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Copy of Transcript (This is a Required Document )
• Credential Copy (This is a Required Document )
• Letter of Introduction (This is a Required Document )
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (minimum 2)
• Resume (This is a Required Document )

Links Related To This Job

• Palo Alto Unified School District
• PAUSD Salary Schedule
• Benefits Contribution Chart
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