Special Education Teacher — Autism, Collaborative Impact

The Creekside School; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health, dental, and vision

Fully vested 401(k) with 4% match

Seven weeks of paid time off

Professional development and planning

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Creekside School in San Jose seeks a thoughtful Special Education Teacher who will partner with paraprofessionals, therapists, and families to support students with autism and significant support needs.

You'll develop individualized IEPs, adapt instruction, and help students build communication, independence, and life skills through engaging, meaningful learning experiences on a six-acre campus.

Commitment to dignity, collaboration, and ongoing learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with autism and significant support needs.
• Skills in individualized instruction, IEP development, and monitoring student progress.
• A collaborative approach to working with paraprofessionals, specialists, and families.
• Patience, curiosity, flexibility, and a commitment to each student’s dignity.
• A willingness to reflect, ask questions, and adjust your approach as you learn what works for each student.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing IEPs with meaningful, measurable goals.
• Adapting instruction to students’ strengths, interests, preferences, and support needs.
• Teaching functional academics, communication, social skills, and daily living skills.
• Supporting emotional, sensory, and behavioral regulation with guidance from the multidisciplinary team.
• Incorporating student choice and assent into a respectful, responsive classroom.
• Using observations and progress data to refine instruction and celebrate growth.
• Helping students apply skills through community outings and everyday experiences.
• Guiding classroom support staff and maintaining consistent communication with families.

Skills

Autism education

IEP development

Collaborative teamwork

Patience and adaptability

Job description

The Creekside School in San Jose seeks a thoughtful Special Education Teacher who will partner with paraprofessionals, therapists, and families to support students with autism and significant support needs.

You'll develop individualized IEPs, adapt instruction, and help students build communication, independence, and life skills through engaging, meaningful learning experiences on a six-acre campus.

Commitment to dignity, collaboration, and ongoing learning is essential.