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1.0 FTE Ed Specialist/RSP- (Grades: 1-5) - El Granada and Hatch Elementary School
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What they do
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.
$88,529 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
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Grades:
1-5)- El Granada and Hatch Elementary School at Cabrillo Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 8/27/2026 Contact Suzanne Pendergast 6507127100 152 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Salary Range
- Step 1 $70,323 to Step 21 $134,586 + annual $2,982 Master's stipend available for full-time, 1.0 FTE. Maximum starting Range of Step 11 $110,128 with eleven (11) year's prior credentialed experience. Length of Work Year 187 work-day calendar, Starting August 10, 2026 Employment Type Full Time Location El Granada and Hatch Elementary School Times of Day 7:40 a.m
- 3:20 p.
Essential Elements:
Print Collaborative Planning and Leadership :
To work collaboratively with the school leadership team and the principal to establish a common vision, with long and short-term goals for professional development and student achievement. formulate and implement plans for necessary professional development. determine a coaching plan for the school, based on the needs of the teachers. visit classrooms with the principal. meet with the principal on a regular basis to plan and harmonize their complementary roles. advise the leadership of resources that would be helpful. Support forIndividual Teachers :
To work in partnership with individual teachers by observing classroom practice and assisting the teacher to reflect on strengths and needs. looking at student work with the teacher to assess student strengths and needs, and instructional implications. planning instruction with the teacher. providing demonstration lessons and debriefing with teacher observers. providing direct instruction or explicit information for the teacher in areas of mutually identified need. assisting the teacher in establishing a literate learning community within the classroom (tone, habits of discourse, relationship, a physical environment which supports student self-management). co-teaching with the teacher and reflecting on the practices. assisting teachers to match appropriate resources, materials and tasks to student needs utilizing a variety of strategies selectively, in order to assist individual teachers. Support forGroups of Teachers :
To work collaboratively with groups of teachers by observing, planning, modeling lessons and reflecting with groups of teachers working on a common goal. providing professional development workshops in areas of common interest and need. leading groups in studying professional literature and looking at student work. meeting with grade levels and study groups and providing support for the work of the group.Requirements / Qualifications
- Possession of a valid California Education Specialist Credential with English Learner Authorization (ELA) and Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) authorization.
- Prior experience teaching Special Education classes preferred.
- Candidates interested in completing Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework for preschool settings and/or obtaining a Moderate/Severe or Extensive Support Needs authorization are highly encouraged to apply.
- Mild/Moderate Requirements / Qualifications
- Possession of a valid California Education Specialist Credential with English Learner Authorization (ELA) and Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) authorization.
- Prior experience teaching Special Education classes preferred.
- Candidates interested in completing Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework for preschool settings and/or obtaining a Moderate/Severe or Extensive Support Needs authorization are highly encouraged to apply.
- Mild/Moderate Comments and Other Information 1.