Head Special Education 3rd Grade

GHA; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance stipend

401K options

Job summary

GHA is seeking a Special Education Head Teacher for a Preschool curriculum in Novato, CA. The role targets a long-term substitute with a September 21, 2026 start and maternity leave transition by October 1, 2026, with no after-school meetings and a 33-hour workweek.

Class size is 8 students with mild ASD, ADHD, and learning differences. Collaboration with aides, therapists, and school staff is essential to deliver project-based, student-centered instruction.

Qualifications

• Credentialed teacher, therapy license, or education/psychology degree.
• Experience with mild special needs and behavior challenges.
• Hands-on learning experience with flexible teaching methods.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration with staff and parents.
• Warm, welcoming, and patient demeanor with students.

Responsibilities

• Lead academic instruction across all subject areas with differentiated and project-based approaches.
• Collaborate with aides, speech, occupational therapy, and school psychologist.
• Implement online assessments and maintain academic data.
• Write and deliver report cards.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, structured classroom.
• Apply preventive strategies and therapeutic techniques for behavior.

Skills

Credentialed teacher

Therapeutic background

Mild special needs

Hands-on learning

Communication skills

Creative mindset

Education

Education/psychology degree

Therapy license

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Special Ed: Head Teacher: Pre School Curriculum- Long term Substitute- NOW! (novato)**

** compensation:** $5,016 monthly, insurance stipend, and 401K options

** employment type:** 33 hours a week, no outside contract meetings EVER!

** hours:** 8:30am-3:15pm and Friday 8:15-1pm

** experience level:** mid level

** job title:** Special Education Position

** Location: Northern Marin County
** Start Date:** September 21, 2026- shadow classroom teacher until she goes on Maternity Leave October 1st.
** Full Take Over:** October 1st, 2026
** Interviews:** If the ad is up interviews are taking place

** ***** No after school meetings, No IEP's, teach your contract hours-that's all!*******

This is a GREAT community, all about the students and families, and collaborating. No paperwork, no after school meetings, it is all about the students during the day, and then you get your personal time by 3:15pm. Fridays we early release at 1pm, so it feels like a 3 day weekend.

Positions Overview

Our small classroom of 8 students with mild ASD are seeking a dynamic head teacher to lead our special education students to success. This is an exciting opportunity for educators with a strong therapeutic background who thrive in a collaborative, hands-on, and student-centered environment. These are not roles for a worksheet-driven approach; we are looking for individuals who brings creativity, structure, and heart to the classroom. YOU MUST have behavioral skills, be warm and welcoming, and communicative with parents, staff, and truly enjoy making a difference even when it is hard.

Student Profile

Our classes consists of 8 students with a range of mild/moderate needs; including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and oppositional behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to build strong rapport with students and maintain a proactive, supportive approach to classroom management. This is not a role for a punitive, authoritative type. Our students are very bright, with advanced cognition in many areas. Being flexible to adjust your approach with each kid is important.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead academic instruction across all subject areas using engaging, differentiated, and project-based approaches
• Collaborate closely with a full-time classroom aides, speech therapist, occupational therapist, and school psychologist
• Implement online assessments and maintain academic data
• Write and deliver report cards
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured classroom environment
• Stay ahead of student behaviors with preventive strategies and therapeutic techniques

Qualifications

• Credentialed teacher, therapy license, or education/psychology degree, or in school for credential/degree for an aide position
• Strong background in therapeutic and trauma-informed practices- not a punitive background
• Experience working with students with mild special needs and behavioral challenges
• Demonstrated success with hands-on learning and flexible teaching methods
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Positive, creative, and energetic outlook