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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
- Has strong knowledge of middle school mathematics and the ability to make challenging concepts accessible and engaging.
- Enjoys working with adolescents and understands the unique academic and developmental needs of middle school students.
- Can confidently step into different classrooms and instructional settings while maintaining consistency, professionalism, and high expectations.
- Is excited by engineering, innovation, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.
- Can guide students through a collaborative, interdisciplinary project such as Future City, helping them apply mathematics, science, research, writing, and design.
- Builds strong relationships with students while maintaining clear classroom expectations and routines.
- Is collaborative, reflective, flexible, and eager to contribute to a growing school.
- Sees opportunities rather than limitations and is willing to take initiative beyond a narrowly defined job description. Primary Responsibilities
- Teach and support middle school subjects with a focus on mathematics.
- Provide classroom coverage and instructional support across middle school classes as needed.
- Develop and deliver engaging, rigorous mathematics instruction aligned with school curriculum and learning goals.
- Coach and support an after-school competitive Math Club, helping students develop problem-solving strategies, mathematical reasoning, and confidence in preparation for competitions.
- Design hands-on learning experiences that encourage students to apply mathematical and scientific thinking to authentic problems.
- Support the Engineering program, including preparation for the Future City competition.
- Collaborate with teachers and academic leaders to ensure continuity of instruction and student learning.
- Support lesson planning, assessment, grading, classroom management, and student engagement.
- Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student understanding and adjust instruction.
- Build positive relationships with students that foster curiosity, confidence, academic growth, and personal responsibility.
- Participate actively in department meetings, professional development, curriculum planning, and schoolwide initiatives.
- Communicate professionally with colleagues and families to support student success.
- Contribute ideas and expertise to the continued development of a young and growing school. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor's degree in mathematics, education, engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
- Experience teaching or working with middle school students, preferably in mathematics.
- Strong content knowledge in middle school mathematics and the ability to differentiate instruction for varied learners.
- Experience or demonstrated interest in engineering, STEM, project-based learning, robotics, design thinking, or Future City.
- Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to adapt quickly while maintaining high standards for teaching and learning.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous professional growth.
- Genuine enthusiasm for helping to build something new.
- Teaching credential or equivalent qualifications preferred.
Benefits and Salary:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Stratford Preparatory Milpitas, a Spring Education Group school, offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Career Growth:
We believe our people deserve every opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills and share their passions. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement within our schools and across our network.Retirement:
We offer a 401(k) plan to support your long-term financial well-being.Health Insurance:
Employees may choose from three PPO medical plans, along with dental and vision coverage.Flexible Spending:
Our FSA allows employees to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, dependent care, and transit expenses.- $60,000-$80,000 annual salary To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.