Special Education Teacher - San Jose, CA

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Special Education Teacher Middle School (CA) Term & Schedule Start Date: As soon as possible (ASAP) End Date: June 5, 2025 Schedule: Full school year, 34.5 hours per week (partially compressed or standard daily hours) Caseload & Responsibilities Manage a caseload of 11 middle school students receiving special education services. Develop and implement individualized learning plans, deliver instruction, monitor progress, and conduct necessary assessments. Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families to ensure seamless student support. Attend and contribute to IEP meetings, maintain progress documentation, and deliver data-driven interventions. Lead small-group instruction, differentiation, and progress monitoring tailored to each student's needs. Why Join Us? This is a focused, manageable caseloadsignificantly below the statewide cap (usually 28 students for Resource Specialists in California, with waivers allowing up to 32). This enables you to offer deeply individualized attention and meaningful support to each learner. Qualifications Required: Valid California teaching credential in Special Education. Prior experience working with middle school students in a SPED context is highly preferred. Strong skills in designing individualized instruction, progress monitoring, and collaborative teamwork. Excellent communication with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Additional Information Ideal for educators who thrive with a smaller caseload and want to make a targeted, high-impact difference. Provides autonomy in instructional design and delivery, with a focus on deep student engagement. Structured calendar mode with a clear end-of-year timeline. A supportive environment that values high-quality, personalized instruction.
Compensation for this position ranges from $33.34 to $53.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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