Inclusive SPED Teacher Driving Student Growth

Making Waves Academy; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Making Waves Academy seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to deliver Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) and support students with IEPs from 5th grade upward. You will collaborate with general education staff to ensure access to rigorous curriculum and progress toward IEP goals.

The role emphasizes data-informed instruction, inclusive classroom practices, and strong teamwork within a supportive Bay Area school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid state teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one (support is provided).
• CA Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Support Needs and 3+ years’ experience in a special education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI), primarily through push-in and pull-out support for reading, writing, math and general academics to meet IEP goals.
• Establish and maintain an organized, inclusive classroom with a positive behavior support program.
• Analyze and reflect on student data (IEP progress, benchmarks, classroom data) to inform practice.
• Write high-quality IEPs, goals and progress reports.

Skills

Team collaboration

Data-driven instruction

IEP knowledge

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree

CA Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate)

Job description

Making Waves Academy seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to deliver Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) and support students with IEPs from 5th grade upward. You will collaborate with general education staff to ensure access to rigorous curriculum and progress toward IEP goals.

The role emphasizes data-informed instruction, inclusive classroom practices, and strong teamwork within a supportive Bay Area school community.