Teacher, Special Day Class - Autism (2025-2026)

Kern Alert Line; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 109,000; Full time

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A leading educational institution seeks a dedicated Teacher for the Special Day Class - Autism for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves providing specialized instruction tailored to students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and a valid California credential. Experience with severe disabilities is essential. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including prepaid medical, vision, and dental plans.

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• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid California credential.
• Experience with IEPs for children with severe disabilities.
• Knowledge of curriculum and strategies for special education.

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• Provide specialized instruction to meet IEP goals.
• Prepare lesson plans and materials for students.
• Collaborate with support services and staff.

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Behavioral Management

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Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Special Education

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Teacher, Special Day Class - Autism (2025-2026) at Kern County Superintendent of Schools

$58,281 - $108,577 per year based on 25 steps. Maximum entry $93,625. Additional $1,300 annual stipend for a Master's Degree; $1,600 for Doctorate.

Length of Work Year

185 days/11 months per year, 7 hours per day

Employment Type

Full Time

Prepaid medical, vision, and dental plans are provided for the employee and eligible family members.

Job Summary

Job Summary

**This position is for the 2025-2026 school year.**Under the direction of the Principal - Special Education Programs, this position provides specialized instruction to pupils to meet the goals and objectives as developed in the students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Prepares standards-based lesson plans, materials, and classroom strategies as appropriate for the students’ level(s) of functioning and prepares schedules and timelines to implement classroom activities. Develops the instructional portion of the IEP for each student, including assessing present levels, writing appropriate, standards-based goals and objectives, and participating in the IEP meeting.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education:1. Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.2. Master’s degree in Special Education is preferred.3. Minimally possesses a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe classroom as determined by assignment.4. Area of Emphasis: Possess a valid California credential for the Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe population as determined by the assignment.Experience:1. Successful teaching experience or training in planning to implement IEPs for children who may have some or all of the following conditions: severe to profound mental retardation, in need of feeding training, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning as well as behavioral issues associated with an autism spectrum disorder.2. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with mild to moderate or moderate to severe disabling conditions.3. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, interpreters, audiologist, physical and occupational therapist, speech therapist, adaptive physical education specialist, psychologist, and school nurse.Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage.Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:

• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Copy (CTC Credential Copy or Transcript Evaluation)
• Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters (written within last 3 years))
• Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Education:1. Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.2. Master’s degree in Special Education is preferred.3. Minimally possesses a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe classroom as determined by assignment.4. Area of Emphasis: Possess a valid California credential for the Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe population as determined by the assignment.Experience:1. Successful teaching experience or training in planning to implement IEPs for children who may have some or all of the following conditions: severe to profound mental retardation, in need of feeding training, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning as well as behavioral issues associated with an autism spectrum disorder.2. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with mild to moderate or moderate to severe disabling conditions.3. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, interpreters, audiologist, physical and occupational therapist, speech therapist, adaptive physical education specialist, psychologist, and school nurse.Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage.Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:

• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Copy (CTC Credential Copy or Transcript Evaluation)
• Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters (written within last 3 years))
• Resume

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“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”

Comments and Other Information

“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”

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$58,281 - $108,577 per year based on 25 steps. Maximum entry $93,625. Additional $1,300 annual stipend for a Master's Degree; $1,600 for Doctorate.

Length of Work Year

185 days/11 months per year, 7 hours per day

Employment Type

Full Time

Prepaid medical, vision, and dental plans are provided for the employee and eligible family members.

Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.

• CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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