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.
Special Education, Early Childhood at Oxnard School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 8/21/2026 Contact Veronica Villalpando Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $67,248 - $136,473 Annually Length of Work Year 2026-2027School Year Employment Type Full Time Job Description /
Essential Elements:
Print Description:
Provide a functional education program for students with the designation of severely handicapped encompassing basic learning skills in the area of self-care, independent living, recreation, leisure, vocational, community access, motor skills communication, social emotional (inclusive of social skills, anger management and interpersonal communication), and functional academics.
Examples of Duties:
1. Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans for individualized and group instruction; schedule instructional periods; assess student progress. 2. Teach subjects including math, language arts, wellness, and other functional areas. 3. Utilize specialized equipment, hardware and software, and adaptive equipment as necessary. 4. Participate as a member of IEP teams in developing, implementing, scheduling and attending. 5. Maintain related records regarding individualized tasks in achieving IEP goals. 6. Conduct pre and post assessments and prepare IEP reports and maintain inter agency and distric liaisons in support of student progress. 7. Provide for personal needs of students including toileting, self-help, mobility, behavior, vision, and additional unique needs of each individual. 8. Provide opportunities for integration into general education classrooms. 9. Collaborate with parents, teachers, psychologist, specialists, and other pertinent individuals regarding progress and services for students. 10. Perform additional related duties as assigned.
Employment Standards:
1. Bachelor's Degree 2. Valid California Education Specialist Credential with specialization in the area of Early Childhood in compliance with the provisions of Title 5, Administrative Code 80002-80127 and Education Code 44000-44665. 3.
Possess the folowing personal qualities:
a. Ability to meet district standards for physical and mental health b. Evidence of good moral character c. Satisfactory recommendations from training supervisors or other professionals who have observed the candidate's personal characteristics, scholastic achievement and job-related performance. 4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the district may find appropriate and acceptable.
Supplemental Information:
Reports to:
Principal Terms:
Salary, benefits and work year as provided by contract between the Board of Trustees and the designated exclusive bargaining unit. The work year is designated as 182 days.
Evaluation:
The evaluation and assessment of performance of certificated personnel in this position will be conducted by the principal in accordance with the provisions of Education Code 44660-44665 and Oxnard School District Board Policy 5450. Requirements /
Qualifications Required Documents:
Resume 2 Letters of Recommendation Letter of Introduction (optional)
Resume 2 Letters of Recommendation Letter of Introduction (optional)
Credential:
Education Specialist Instruction Credential (Early Childhood Education) Comments and Other Information
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE
The Oxnard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org; Comments and Other Information
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE
The Oxnard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org; Links Related To This Job City of Oxnard County of Ventura Oxnard Chamber of Commerce View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
