Special Education Teacher

iHire; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The SEED School of Los Angeles County is seeking a committed Inclusion Special Education Teacher to foster a rigorous instructional culture. The ideal candidate will possess a California Teaching Credential and experience in special education to empower students through co-teaching and tailored instructional strategies, ensuring all scholars achieve their academic goals.

Benefits

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

403b retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years special education teaching experience required.
• Experience using Special Education Information System (SEIS) platform is a plus.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent college-preparatory instruction to all scholars.
• Design, administer, and interpret IEPs and assessments for students.
• Collaborate with staff and families for student progress.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Data-driven results

Education

California Teaching Credential

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

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Position Overview

The SEED School of Los Angeles County is looking for an Inclusion Special Education

(Mild/Moderate) Teacher to join its team. The Special Education (Mild/Moderate) Teacher will

co-cultivate in an inclusion setting a rigorous, instructional culture that strives to build critical thinkers

prepared to meet the demands of college and engage as productive citizens of the world. In our

classrooms, scholars are challenged daily with intentionality to engage in productive struggle with

support from the SPED Teacher to reach mastery of the standards of learning. SPED Teachers are

required to co-plan and teach, utilizing and exhausting the various co-teaching models. Scholars will

receive instruction that is designed with modifications and accommodations that meet their distinct

needs per their goals within their IEPs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provide Excellent College-Preparatory Instruction to all Scholars

Administer and interpret academic assessments to evaluate students' strengths and needs.

Design comprehensive IEPs, including individualized goals and transition plans for high school

students.

Track delivery of service minutes weekly in the Special Education Information System portal

(SEIS)

Create IEP Progress Reports quarterly to share with essential stakeholders and upload to SEIS

Stay informed about current special education topics and methodologies to ensure effective

teaching practices.

Manage data collection of work samples that includes the accommodations and modifications

provided to students

Collaborate with school staff and families to monitor student progress and adjust instructional

strategies as needed.

Manage and support students' behavioral and social-emotional needs in the classroom

environment.

Maintain open communication with colleagues, families, and other providers/staff to ensure a

collaborative approach to student success.

Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness in addressing diverse student needs and adapting

instructional techniques.

Foster a classroom culture and environment of high expectations for all scholars that is grounded

in a belief that each scholar can learn and achieve at college-preparatory levels.

Effectively co-plan, co-design, and co-deliver instruction from the assigned grade level curriculum

and provide support to include modifications as a means reach all scholars on caseload,

regardless of prior academic background, disability, or English language fluency.

Engage in internalizing assigned curriculum, tied to specific grade level, content standards in

teacher teams and individually to prepare daily lesson plans, instructional materials, and

formative assessments aligned to rigorous college-ready standards (i.e., Common Core State

Standards, International Baccalaureate MYP & DP) along with the general education teacher.

Welcome and incorporate feedback from the coaching, guidance, and feedback provided by

school leaders, instructional coaches, and content specialists.

Collaborate across the academic and special education teams to monitor progress in support of

students’ IEP goals and Academic Performance Plans, in addition to executing the five varying

co-teaching models.

Co-create, facilitate, and participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) with an

emphasis on the MAP Learning Continuum.

Other duties as assigned/needed.

Cultivate a Culture of Deliberate Instructional Excellence

Exhibit a continuous improvement mindset to provide scholars opportunities aligned to the Profile

of a SEED Graduate

Embody the Core Belief Statements of SEED

Ensure timely and high-quality submission of school requirements such as intellectual

preparation/lesson plans, unit plans, and re-teaching plans

Provide a coherent and supportive classroom culture aligned to the school-wide culture policy

and keep documentation of all interventions taken to support scholar engagement, learning, and

well-being

Maintain accurate, current IEPs/records and submit timely completed progress reports and

school-wide assessment records.

Conduct regular reviews of special education compliance records to ensure accuracy,

completeness, and adherence to federal, state, and district regulations.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate will have:

A commitment to SEED’s mission and belief that with the right resources, any child can attend

college and achieve their dreams

A commitment to SEED’s core values of: COMPASSION, GRATITUDE, GROWTH, INTEGRITY,

PERSEVERANCE, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY

A commitment to equity, leadership, and a focus on data-driven results

Minimum of 1-3 years special education teaching experience with a proven track record

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work as a part of multiple teams

Experience working with diverse student populations in an urban setting

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience using the SEIS platform is a PLUS

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit to thrive in a start-up organization and to be able to create and

implement systems that drives student achievement

Certification

Possess and maintain a valid California Teaching Credential or ability to obtain this credential in

California by August 1, 2025, through one of the following pathways:

California Single Subject Credential (Clear or Preliminary) as an Education Specialist -

Mild/Moderate

Non-California Credential transferring to California with proof of transferring credential in

progress

Proof of California Credential in progress

California University Internship Credential Eligible

Active California teacher certification in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English

Learner Authorization (e.g. CLAD)

For Out-of-State Or Non-Credentialed Applicants

Before applying, visit the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

to assess teaching eligibility in a California public school as of July 2025

Employee Benefits

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. The teacher salary range is

$72,000-$111,000, depending on education and years of experience. For teachers who have yet to

obtain their credentials or those currently enrolled in a credentialing program or intern-eligible, the

2025-26 salary range is between $62,000 and $68,000.

The benefits package also includes paid sick leave, holiday pay, a generous 403b retirement plan,

and health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

The SEED School of Los Angeles County (SEED LA) is committed to the letter and spirit of equality, provides equal

employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination and

harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,

protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by

federal, state or local laws. SEED LA does not discriminate in the administration of its educational policies,

admissions policies, scholarships, and other programs.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $68,000 - $115,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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