A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Mild-to-Moderate Resource Specialist / Special Education Teacher at Big Pine Unified Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 8/11/2026 Contact Ingrid Ratliff 7609382005 2424 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $61,698 - $98,038 Annually Add'l Salary Info Based on placement on salary schedule. Up to 15 years of prior experience recognized. Competitive health benefit package (health, vision, dental) with $26,994 cap. $1,300.00 Master Stipend. Length of Work Year 7.5 hours/day; 182 days/year Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Working with children with special needs;
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Mild-to-Moderate Resource credential preferred; in process for receiving credential considered. Eligible interns considered. Multi-subject teaching credential considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid Mild-to-Moderate Resource Specialist credential preferred. Considering applicants in process of receiving Special Education credential. Considering applicants with valid California Elementary Multiple Subject teaching credential. On-line application, letter of interest, resume, copies of transcripts and 3 letters of reference. This is a full-time teaching assignment (7.5 hours/day; 182 days/year). Questions - contact District Office at 760/938-2005 ext. 2424 and speak with Ingrid Ratliff, District Secretary.
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid Mild-to-Moderate Resource Specialist credential preferred. Considering applicants in process of receiving Special Education credential. Considering applicants with valid California Elementary Multiple Subject teaching credential. On-line application, letter of interest, resume, copies of transcripts and 3 letters of reference. This is a full-time teaching assignment (7.5 hours/day; 182 days/year). Questions - contact District Office at 760/938-2005 ext. 2424 and speak with Ingrid Ratliff, District Secretary. Comments and Other Information Must be willing to work in a small school setting, as a member of a dynamic teaching team, with focus on student achievement. The Big Pine Schools are EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) Schools. You will participate in specialized professional development in order to plan for instruction that is hands on and based on Common Core Standards, and will be expected to spend time planning with colleagues and providing students with field work opportunities. We are seeking a temporary 1st Grade Elementary School teacher to assist us in our efforts to provide a world class education to the students of Big Pine. Big Pine is a rural, small town with a population of approximately 1,500 and a great place to live and work in the Eastern Sierra. Big Pine is located in an isolated outdoor wonderland in America's deepest valley, the Owens Valley. We are surrounded by 10-14,000 ft. mountains; the Sierra to the west and the Whites to the east. Big Pine is the gateway to the Palisade Glacier in the Sierra Nevada, the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest in the White Mountains, and the northern entrance to Death Valley. We are two hours from Yosemite, two hours from Death Valley, and one hour from the Mammoth Mountain ski area. Bishop is 15 miles north on Highway 395. Big Pine is a 4-5 hour drive from Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Reno. Comments and Other Information Must be willing to work in a small school setting, as a member of a dynamic teaching team, with focus on student achievement. The Big Pine Schools are EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) Schools. You will participate in specialized professional development in order to plan for instruction that is hands on and based on Common Core Standards, and will be expected to spend time planning with colleagues and providing students with field work opportunities. We are seeking a temporary 1st Grade Elementary School teacher to assist us in our efforts to provide a world class education to the students of Big Pine. Big Pine is a rural, small town with a population of approximately 1,500 and a great place to live and work in the Eastern Sierra. Big Pine is located in an isolated outdoor wonderland in America's deepest valley, the Owens Valley. We are surrounded by 10-14,000 ft. mountains; the Sierra to the west and the Whites to the east. Big Pine is the gateway to the Palisade Glacier in the Sierra Nevada, the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest in the White Mountains, and the northern entrance to Death Valley. We are two hours from Yosemite, two hours from Death Valley, and one hour from the Mammoth Mountain ski area. Bishop is 15 miles north on Highway 395. Big Pine is a 4-5 hour drive from Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Reno. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
