Special Education Teacher

Beach Cities Learning; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to fostering a love of learning in students with special needs. As a Special Education Teacher, you will create a nurturing environment that promotes intellectual and emotional growth, utilizing innovative instructional methods tailored to each student's unique requirements. This role offers the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of students who thrive in a supportive setting. With a commitment to small class sizes and comprehensive support, you will be part of a team that values individualized education and strives for academic success. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Small classroom sizes

10-month position, salary paid over 12 months

Classroom support from specialists

Competitive compensation plan

Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans

Tuition assistance reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Supervision for post-baccalaureate internships

Qualifications

• Valid California Special Education Credential or enrolled in a Special Education program.
• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred or intern student.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Administer instructional activities to engage students in learning.
• Identify and modify resources to meet student needs.

Skills

Special Education

Classroom Management

Instructional Strategies

Behavior Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

California Special Education Credential

Job description

Overview

Foster a lifelong love of learning for students with special needs at Beach Cities Learning—a division of LEARN Academy!

$2500 sign on bonus

Who We’re Looking For

Beach Cities is hiring a Special Education Teacher (non-extensive support) to provide a variety of instructional methods and strategies designed to meet the unique needs of the whole student.

Our Special Education Teachers create a teaching environment where students with mild to moderate special needs can experience intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. We implement direct instruction, computer-based instruction, blended learning, hands-on activities, and community-based instruction to fulfill student Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

You’ll boost each student’s confidence and help them achieve academic success by using educational resources that are research-based, highly motivational, and aligned with grade level outcomes.

Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves

Beach Cities Learning is an accredited non-public school dedicated to serving students who have faced challenges in traditional academic settings. Founded in 2009, our mission is to create a stimulating and supportive environment for students ages 5 to 22 who have found conventional schools less accommodating.

Beach Cities is a division of the LEARN Academy, a national leader in special education, academic intervention, and specialized behavioral services. We use a structured program implemented in environments that facilitate functional independence and academic and social success.

What We Offer

• Small classroom sizes (12 students max)
• 10-month position, salary paid over 12 months
• Classroom support from behavior technicians and a team of uniquely trained specialists
• Competitive compensation plan
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans
• Tuition assistance reimbursement (up to $2,000 per year)
• Referral bonuses
• Supervision available for post-baccalaureate internships in teaching, while working towards final credential
• Highly qualified candidates pursuing advanced clinical degrees while teaching may be eligible for supervision in many clinical domains

What You Have

• Valid California Special Education Credential (Mild to Moderate Disabilities certification) or enrolled in a Special Education program and can work as a full-time teacher intern (salaried position with benefits).
• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred, OR an intern student currently in a special education program.
• Previous experience working with students with challenging behaviors preferred.
• Must be able to assume a variety of postures (stoop, reach, stand, kneel, squat, sit, walk, lift, pull, grasp) for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to implement safety measures consistent with Safety Care, such as therapeutic holds and transportation procedures utilizing quick body movements while maintaining the safety of students with special needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and implement student Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and design and provide specially-designed instruction (SDI).
• Administer instructional activities that contribute to a positive climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the unique needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.

Physical requirements vary and are based on specific student assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, kneel, squat, sit, walk, lift, pull, and grasp for extended periods of time.

Ready to make a difference in a student’s life? Apply today.

Beach Cities Learning and Learn It Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be presently eligible to work in the United States.