Special Education Teacher - M/S

Point Quest, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Vacation

Professional development

License reimbursement

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead a Moderate/Severe elementary classroom in McClellan Park, CA. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt lessons, and collaborate with families, staff, and related service providers to support each student's academic and social growth.

The role blends instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a mission-driven environment, focusing on PBIS, assistive technology, and compliant documentation while supervising

Qualifications

• State Certification required by DOE.
• Bachelor's degree; Master's in Special Education strongly preferred.
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance as applicable by state.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Implement and manage PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom.
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

Skills

PBIS implementation

IEP development

Student-centered instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Special Education

Tools

IEPpro

Job description

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher - M/S

Pay Range:

$50-$55/hr

Job Description

Special Education Teacher - Moderate/Severe - Elementary

$50-$55/hr + $2,500 Placement Bonus | Full-Time | McClellan Park CA | CA Special Education licensure

About the Role

Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You'll develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student's academic and social growth. This role combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Why Join Us

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You'll Do

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs
• Implement and manage classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation
• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies
• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices

What We're Looking For

Must Have

• State Specific Department of Education Required Certification
• Bachelor's degree (Master's in Special Education strongly preferred)
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance, as applicable by state

Preferred

• 2-5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs
• Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with IEP documentation systems (e.g., IEPpro)

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first . Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs - and deserves - to succeed. Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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