Moderate/Severe Special Ed Teacher — Life Skills (TK–5)

Cross Country Education; California (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Job summary

Cross Country Education invites a compassionate Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher to join a specialized classroom in Manhattan Beach, CA. You will deliver instruction tailored to TK–5 students, emphasizing functional academics, communication, and life skills in a structured setting.

Hold a California Education Specialist Instruction Credential for Moderate/Severe Disabilities and bring experience with IEP development and family collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with Moderate/Severe Disabilities or ESN.
• Experience in SDC or similar settings with functional academics, communication, and life-skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction in a Moderate/Severe SDC for TK–5, focusing on functional academics, communication, life skills.
• Develop and implement individualized, modified curricula and instructional plans.
• Conduct assessments, monitor progress, and develop IEPs; participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with families.
• Create a structured classroom environment that promotes engagement, independence, and participation in routines.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Process

Differentiated Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Special Education

Job description

Cross Country Education invites a compassionate Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher to join a specialized classroom in Manhattan Beach, CA. You will deliver instruction tailored to TK–5 students, emphasizing functional academics, communication, and life skills in a structured setting.

Hold a California Education Specialist Instruction Credential for Moderate/Severe Disabilities and bring experience with IEP development and family collaboration.