Teacher, Special Day Class - Moderate/Severe Population (Early Childhood Special Education)

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to provide specialized instruction and support to students with moderate-to-severe disabilities. The role involves preparing lesson plans, implementing Individualized Education Programs, and working closely with support staff to enhance student learning. This full-time position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s preferred.
• Valid California teaching credential for Mild/Moderate or Moderate-to-Severe classrooms.
• Successful teaching experience with IEP implementation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and assist special needs students.
• Manage classroom to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with support services and develop IEPs.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Cooperative teamwork

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s in Special Education

Job description

Under the direction of the Principal in the Special Education division, performs a variety of specialized instruction duties and provides assistance to students with special needs with emphasis in students’ moderate-to-severe disabilities. Prepare lesson plans as appropriate for students' level(s) of functioning and work to meet the goals and objectives as developed in the students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Use effective classroom and/or behavior management techniques to achieve a safe learning environment for all students. This position is located at Richardson Center in Bakersfield, CA.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Credentials:• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.• Master’s in Special Education is preferred.• Minimally possesses a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate-to-Severe classroom as determined by assignment.Experience:• 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, non-ambulatory, in need of feeding training, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning.• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with severe disabling conditions.• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, 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
• Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters (written within last 3 years))
• Resume

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.”

$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.

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