Special Education Teacher Elementary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Professional development

Small class sizes

Job summary

Devereux Day Academy – Laguna Hills seeks a compassionate Special Education Teacher for an elementary autism classroom. A 12-month role with ESY in the summers offers a $70,000–$75,000 yearly compensation and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for fully certified teachers.

The role emphasizes structured, evidence-based instruction, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and individualized programming to meet ASD students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs.

Qualifications

• Valid California Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential with Autism authorization.
• Experience with students on the Autism Spectrum and IEP processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, evidence-based instruction in an elementary ASD classroom.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to implement individualized programs.
• Maintain a safe, supportive classroom that promotes growth and independence.

Skills

Classroom management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

CA Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential

Autism Spectrum Disorder Authorization (AAAS or similar)

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

Devereux Day Academy – Laguna Hills is seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to serve students in an elementary autism classroom.

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for fully certfied teachers*

This is a 12-month position role, with ESY during the summers

This role focuses on delivering structured, evidence-based instruction designed to meet the academic, social, communication, and behavioral needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Educational Specialist creates a safe, predictable, and supportive learning environment, collaborates with multidisciplinary team members and families, and implements individualized programming that promotes student growth, independence, and positive outcomes within a therapeutic educational setting.

We Offer:

• Compensation of $70,000 - $75,000 per year.
• A multi-disciplinary supportive environment - great for those new to the field!
• A supportive teaching environment - small classes and small ratios.
• Strength-based approaches emphasizing positive behavioral supports.
• Paid Training & Professional Development
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits with ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT learn more here.

Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistanceyou need to reach your full potential. This program includestuition and student loan repayment!

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree and a valid California Mild/Moderate Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential, added Authorization Autism Spectrum Disorder (AAAS) or California Moderate/Severe Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential.

Experience: Special Education instruction experience required. Experience working with students on the Autism Spectrum preferred. Experience with IEP documents and the IEP process. Strong classroom management skills. Strong communication skills.

*Sign on bonus paid in 3 installments over 30 days-90 days & 6 months

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE