Special Education Teacher – Moderate/Severe Credential ThinkGrove LLC

ThinkGrove; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ThinkGrove in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Special Education Teacher with a Moderate/Severe Credential to provide focused instruction and support to students with disabilities. You will develop IEPs, collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams, and help students reach academic, social, behavioral, and functional goals.

Responsibilities include designing differentiated instruction, implementing behavior plans, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Moderate/Severe Education Specialist Teaching Credential (or equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field; master's preferred.
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Experience working with students with moderate-to-severe disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with laws.
• Assess students’ academic, behavioral, and functional needs.
• Design and deliver differentiated instruction.
• Implement behavior support plans and data collection.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, admins, and families.
• Maintain records of student progress and IEP documentation.
• Adapt curriculum and materials to diverse learning needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Participate in IEP meetings and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all special education policies and procedures.

Skills

Individualized instruction

Behavior management

IEP development and implementation

Collaboration and teamwork

Data collection and progress tracking

Assistive technology

Excellent communication and organizing

Education

Moderate/Severe Education Specialist Teaching Credential

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher – Moderate/Severe Credential
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90410
Type: Full-Time/Contract
Working Hours: 35 – 40

Job Summary

The Special Education Teacher (Moderate/Severe Credential) provides specialized instruction and support to students with moderate-to-severe disabilities. The teacher develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), creates an inclusive and supportive learning environment, and collaborates with families, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams to help students achieve academic, social, behavioral, and functional goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Assess students’ academic, behavioral, communication, and functional needs.
• Design and deliver differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
• Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and behavior support plans.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and parents to support student success.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessments, and IEP documentation.
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and technology to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, and school activities.
• Ensure compliance with all special education laws, policies, and district procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid Moderate/Severe Education Specialist Teaching Credential (or equivalent state certification).
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and evidence‑based instructional practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Experience working with students with moderate-to-severe disabilities is preferred.

Skills

• Individualized instruction
• Behavior management
• IEP development and implementation
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Data collection and progress monitoring
• Assistive technology
• Excellent communication and organizational skills