Special Education Teacher

Envision Education; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational organization is seeking Learning Specialists dedicated to transforming the lives of students, particularly those who will be the first in their families to attend college. This role focuses on supporting students in a full-inclusion Special Education program, ensuring their academic success through personalized IEP goals and collaborative efforts with families and staff. The position offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary, special education supplements, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about education and equity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual $5,000 Special Education supplement

Potential $5,000 signing bonus

Annual $3,500 MA supplement

Annual $5,000 SF supplement

Excellent health benefits package

Paid sick and personal leave

Life Insurance at no cost

Retirement system from CalSTRS

403b Plan

Flexible Benefits Plan

Qualifications

• Valid California Teaching Credential is required.
• Bachelor's degree and commitment to anti-racist leadership are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead case management for students with IEPs and train Instructional Assistants.
• Collaborate with School Psychologist for assessments and IEP reports.

Skills

Equity-focused mindset

Collaborative decision-making

Strong communication with families

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree

Valid California Teaching Credential or equivalent

Job description

Envision Education seeks Learning Specialists for the 25-26 School Year to support students in our full-inclusion Special Education program. Reporting to the Principal the Learning Specialist will lead students in an academic vision of success that focuses on each student's IEP goals, Envision’s graduate profile, and college/career readiness.

In addition to the base salary, this opportunity includes:

1. an annual $5,000 Special Education supplement
2. a potential one-time $5,000 signing bonus
3. an annual $3,500 MA supplement for candidates with a MA degree
4. an annual $5,000 SF supplement for candidates applying to work in our San Francisco school

WHO WE ARE

Our mission is to transform the lives of students - especially those who will be the first in their family to attend college - by preparing them for success in college, career, and life. Envision Education currently operates four small schools in San Francisco, Oakland, and Hayward, as well as a national educational consulting firm called Envision Learning Partners. Envision Education has made an explicit commitment to becoming an exemplar network of schools with an instructional and cultural vision rooted in an anti-racist and pro-Black framework.

• Knowledge and Love of Self and Land
• Collectivism
• Critical Thinking
• Self Determination
• Criticality
• Leadership

WHO YOU ARE

• You are equity-focused and believe that all children can achieve.
• You are collaborative and make decisions in partnership with others, focused on what is best for the students.
• You are invested in our core values and hold high expectations for the entire school community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead case management of students with IEP's.
• Train and provide direction and guidance to assigned Instructional Assistants.
• Coordinate service providers and create schedules of service minutes that meet each students’ IEP requirements.
• Collaborate with School Psychologist and Associate Director Special Education to conduct assessments, prepare IEP reports, and ensure procedural rights.
• Create and modify lesson, unit, and instruction plans.
• Implement accommodations, and modifications to ensure students’ learning success in general education classrooms.
• Regularly analyze student data and devise strategies to improve instruction.
• Build strong relationships with families.
• Lead IEP teams, and facilitate IEP meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED: Valid California Teaching Credential or out of state equivalent with ability to transfer required.
• Commitment to the mission of Envision Education.
• Commitment to anti-racist and pro-Black leadership in the workplace.
• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree.
• Demonstrated success working with parents and families, especially Black, African American, Latine/a/o/x, and immigrant families.
• Once hired, continuous current California residency.
• Receptiveness to feedback and desire to continuously improve to meet outcomes.

Studies have shown that women and people of the global majority are less likely to apply if they do not meet every one of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.

LOCATION

This position is onsite at our school campus in San Francisco.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Annual starting salary range of $63,672 - $102,546 dependent upon years of aligned experience and credentials. Additional annual $5,000 San Francisco Supplement for teachers at our San Francisco school site.

BENEFITS

• Access to ongoing opportunities for learning, professional, and leadership opportunities throughout the calendar year.
• Excellent Optional Flexible Benefits Plan including dependent care, medical care, pet insurance, parking, and commuter benefits.
• Excellent health benefits package with employer contribution to benefits.
• Paid sick and personal necessity leave.
• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Retirement system from CalSTRS.
• 403b Plan.

As an equal opportunity employer, we believe deeply in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all people.