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.
Teacher Residency at Alder GSE at Culver City Unified Print Application Deadline 10/9/2026 12:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/4/2026 Contact Catherine Cummings 310 842-4220 7503 Number of Openings 5 Salary Single Rate $30,000 Stipend Length of Work Year 27/28 SY Employment Type Temporary About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4
A's:
Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try. Job Summary Job Summary The Alder WIDE cohort is now recruiting a new cohort for the Culver City USD Alder GSE Teacher Residency Program. This innovative and affordable pathway offers aspiring educators a direct route to becoming a full-time teacher in our community. In just one year, residents earn both a Master's Degree and a Teaching Credential while gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. The program combines rigorous coursework led by Alder GSE faculty with a mentorship-based, co-teaching model in the TK12 classroom to develop highly effective educators. Upon completion of the residency, graduates receive priority consideration for full-time teaching positions within Culver City USD.
Requirements / Qualifications
TUITION ~$23,290 tuition (final tuition set in Sept. 2026 for the Class of 2027)
BENEFITS
$30,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school) Reimbursement for testing and credentialing fees $10,000 Golden State Teacher Grant (via either the state or Alder) Additional funding for SPED candidates may be available Up to $5,600 in federal grants Alder Tuition Scholarship of up to $10,000 Up to $20,500 in federal loans Priority hiring consideration for a full-time position
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Alder Application Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:
ALDER PROGRAM DETAILS
Requirements / Qualifications -Bachelor's degree completed by the end of June 2027 -A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred; under 2.65 GPA should still apply -Eligible to work in the
United States:
DACA, permanent residency, or U.S. citizen Details For the 2027-2028
Residency Cohort:
Culver City USD is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects Multiple Subject Dual Immersion/Bilingual Multiple Subject Special Education Single Subject Math Single Subject Science Culver City USD is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities: Culver City
KEY ADMISSIONS DATES
Priority Application Deadline:
October 9th, 2026
Fall Deadline:
November 6th, 2026
Interviews:
November to Early December
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Laura Hayes (Director, Alder WIDE SoCal Teacher Residency)
Email:
lhayes@icefps.org OR Dala Alvarez (Alder Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment)
Email:
dalvarez@aldergse.edu |
Phone Number:
650-313-4679 or schedule a time to meet with them here calendly.com/dalaalvarez Requirements / Qualifications TUITION ~$23,290 tuition (final tuition set in Sept. 2026 for the Class of 2027)
BENEFITS
$30,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school) Reimbursement for testing and credentialing fees $10,000 Golden State Teacher Grant (via either the state or Alder) Additional funding for SPED candidates may be available Up to $5,600 in federal grants Alder Tuition Scholarship of up to $10,000 Up to $20,500 in federal loans Priority hiring consideration for a full-time position
APPLY NOW
Alder Application Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:
ALDER PROGRAM DETAILS
Requirements / Qualifications -Bachelor's degree completed by the end of June 2027 -A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred; under 2.65 GPA should still apply -Eligible to work in the
United States:
DACA, permanent residency, or U.S. citizen Details For the 2027-2028
Residency Cohort:
Culver City USD is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects Multiple Subject Dual Immersion/Bilingual Multiple Subject Special Education Single Subject Math Single Subject Science Culver City USD is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities: Culver City
KEY ADMISSIONS DATES
Priority Application Deadline:
October 9th, 2026
Fall Deadline:
November 6th, 2026
Interviews:
November to Early December
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Laura Hayes (Director, Alder WIDE SoCal Teacher Residency)
Email:
lhayes@icefps.org OR Dala Alvarez (Alder Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment)
Email:
dalvarez@aldergse.edu |
Phone Number:
650-313-4679 or schedule a time to meet with them here calendly.com/dalaalvarez Comments and Other Information Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment. The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics. Comments and Other Information Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment. The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics. Links Related To This Job California Credentialing Information View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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