Special Education Teacher (Mod/Severe) TK–1st | Weekly Pay

Spindle; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Weekly pay

Job summary

Spindle is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a full-time contract near San Leandro, CA. The TK/K/1st grade caseload includes up to 12 students with three paraprofessionals, and the contract runs August 13, 2026 through June 4, 2027. You will tailor instruction and develop IEPs to promote growth in a well-resourced setting.

Required: California Mod/Severe credential. Excellent classroom management, collaboration with staff and families, and a commitment to inclusive education are essential.

Qualifications

• CA Mod/Severe credential required
• Experience with early elementary students in special education preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with classroom staff and related service providers
• Ability to create and adapt IEPs to meet student needs

Responsibilities

• Instruct and support students with moderate to severe disabilities, tailoring curriculum and strategies to promote growth
• Develop individualized lesson plans and implement accommodations to maximize student learning and participation
• Oversee and collaborate with three paraprofessionals within the classroom
• Document student progress and participate in IEP meetings, working closely with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

IEP development

Early elementary experience

Education

California Mod/Severe credential

Job description

Spindle is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a full-time contract near San Leandro, CA. The TK/K/1st grade caseload includes up to 12 students with three paraprofessionals, and the contract runs August 13, 2026 through June 4, 2027. You will tailor instruction and develop IEPs to promote growth in a well-resourced setting.

Required: California Mod/Severe credential. Excellent classroom management, collaboration with staff and families, and a commitment to inclusive education are essential.