Special Education Teacher - SPEd - School Setting

TheraEd Staffing Group; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TheraEd Staffing Group is seeking an Elementary Resource Special Education (SPED) Teacher for a school setting in Oakland, CA. The role focuses on developing and implementing IEPs for elementary students with diverse needs, while delivering individualized and small-group instruction.

Ideal candidates hold a valid SPED credential and have at least 6 months of recent SPED experience. Collaboration with general education staff and parents is essential to promote inclusion and student growth.

Qualifications

• Valid state teaching credential in Special Education.
• Minimum 6 months of SPED experience within the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction.
• Support students toward academic, behavioral, and functional goals.
• Collaborate with general education staff, therapists, specialists, and school support staff.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate educational records.
• Adapt instructional materials for diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and strategies.
• Participate in IEP meetings and develop appropriate supports.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

IEP development

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with parents

Education

State SPED credential

Job description

Special Education Teacher - SPEd - School Setting

Oakland, United States | Posted on 10/28/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Elementary Resource Special Education (SPED) Teacher to join a supportive educational team in Oakland County,Michigan. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningfulimpact by helping elementary students with diverse learning needsbuild academic skills, confidence, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized EducationPrograms (IEPs) in accordance with student needs andapplicable requirements.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction toelementary students receiving resource special education services.
• Support students in meeting academic, behavioral, andfunctional goals through differentiated teaching strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists,specialists, and school support staff to promote studentprogress and inclusion.
• Assess student performance, monitor progress toward IEPgoals, and maintain accurate educational records.
• Adapt instructional materials, lessons, and assessments toaccommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregiversregarding student progress, needs, and strategies forcontinued learning.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with theeducational team to develop appropriate student supports and interventions.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learningenvironment that encourages student growth and independence.

Requirements

• Valid state teaching credential in Special Education
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant experience within the past 5 years
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve