Special Education Teacher: IEP-Driven, Team-Based

New Haven Youth; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b)

FSA

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

New Haven Youth & Family Services is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school-based program in Vista, CA. The role involves delivering individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals within a structured, therapeutic environment.

You will collaborate with clinical staff, maintain progress documentation, and communicate with families. Requirements include a California Education Specialist Credential (or eligibility), CLAD (or in progress), and 2–3 years of teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential (or eligibility).
• CLAD Certification (or in progress).
• Minimum 2–3 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities required.
• Strong classroom management and ability to engage high-needs student populations.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals using direct instruction, small group, and project-based learning.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Common Core standards.
• Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment using effective behavior management strategies.
• Serve as case manager for assigned IEPs/ITPs and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Track, document, and report student academic, behavioral, and attendance progress.
• Supervise instructional aides and support staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans.
• Participate in team meetings, treatment planning, and school-wide programming.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tech literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

California Education Specialist Instruction Credential

CLAD Certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Student data systems

Job description

New Haven Youth & Family Services is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school-based program in Vista, CA. The role involves delivering individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals within a structured, therapeutic environment.

You will collaborate with clinical staff, maintain progress documentation, and communicate with families. Requirements include a California Education Specialist Credential (or eligibility), CLAD (or in progress), and 2–3 years of teaching experience.