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Special Education Resource Specialist Teacher (1.0 FTE) *SIGNING BONUS* 2026/2027­- Folsom Middle School

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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.

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Special Education Resource Specialist Teacher (1.0 FTE)
  • SIGNING BONUS
  • 2026/2027
  • Folsom Middle School at Folsom Cordova Unified School District Print Application Deadline 9/21/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/19/2026 Contact Veronica Houghtaling 916-294-9000 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info See Certificated Salary Schedule Length of Work Year 2026/2027 School Year Employment Type Full Time About the Employer
MISSION STATEMENT FCUSD
is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's success. In collaboration with our community, the mission of FCUSD is to ensure all students demonstrate high levels of learning through our commitment to continuous cycles of improvement, transformative social emotional learning, and engaging, culturally responsive instruction. Job Summary Job Summary
  • NOTE TO INTERNAL FCUSD APPLICANTS
    Based on an agreement with FCEA, lateral transfers will not be considered at this time
  • FCUSD is seeking dedicated teachers who thrive in a collaborative environment to join our team.
As part of our school community, teachers work together in collaborative teams to ensure the success of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Through shared planning, data analysis, and ongoing support, our teachers actively contribute to the collective effort of improving instructional practices and student outcomes. Teacher will be given a caseload to manage, teach mild/mod classes, including, but not limited to, study skills, ELA, Math, and push-in services in the general education setting. Join us in creating a culture of collaboration and excellence in education! Job Description /
Essential Elements:
Print Folsom Cordova Unified School District Position Classification
RESOURCE SPECIALIST TEACHER
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V SPECIAL EDUCATION
Definition:
The resource Specialist Teacher works under the direction of the school principal and the Director of Special Education. The primary function of the Resource Specialist is working with those pupils who are identified by the IEP team and have a written individualized education program. The manner in which the Resource Specialist provides direct services to these individuals is on a one-to-one or group basis. Instruction occurs in an appropriate educational setting and may include the regular classroom. The Resource Specialist, with other IEP team members, defines specific goals and objectives in the written individualized education program and participates in the annual review, triennial review and any special review of the pupil¡¦s progress.
Qualifications:
Credential A valid California Resource Specialist Credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Experience Three (3) or more years of teaching experience, including both regular and special education. Additional Qualifications ľ Strong communication abilities ľ Understanding of general testing concepts, methods ľ Behavioral analysis and positive intervention skills ľ Ability to consult with professionals ľ Ability to diagnose and provide remediation of: reading, spelling, writing, mathematics; and positive interventions for students with delayed auditory and visual perception, eye/hand coordination and/or gross motor coordination.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
In addition to direct instruction and services to individuals with exceptional needs, the resource specialist also provides the following services: ľ Provides consultation, resource information, and materials regarding individuals with exceptional needs to parents and regular education teachers. ľ Coordinates special education services with regular and preschool programs. ľ Monitors pupil progress, participates in review and revision of individualized education programs, and refers pupils who do not show progress. ľ Provides emphasis at the secondary level on academic achievement, career and vocational development, and preparation for adult life.
Board Approved:
2/1993 Requirements / Qualifications
  • NOTE TO INTERNAL FCUSD APPLICANTS
    Based on an agreement with FCEA, lateral transfers will not be considered at this time
  • Folsom Cordova Unified School District is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's success.
In collaboration with our community, the mission of FCUSD is to ensure all students demonstrate high levels of learning through our commitment to continuous cycles of improvement, transformative social emotional learning, and engaging, culturally responsive instruction. FCUSD is seeking to build a team that is representative of the Folsom Cordova student body and community. Diverse individuals are encouraged to apply. Applicant must hold a valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential with Mild/Moderate, Autism Authorization, and English Learner Authorization (or CLAD) or Mild to Moderate Support Needs with English Learner Authorization (or CLAD). New credential program graduates may be considered with an attached letter from the program stating program requirements have been met and date of completion.
  • SIGNING BONUS
  • $10,000 paid over 3 installments at the completion of the subsequent school years with full preliminary or clear credential
OR FCUSD
may cover tuition for intern credential programs through SCOE or Yolo Solano. Internal candidates are not eligible for signing bonus. Signing bonuses will be pro-rated for partial FTE. Additional qualifiers and details will be discussed upon hire.
  • Employment is conditional upon satisfaction set forth below:
  • DOJ Clearance /Background Check
  • AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check
  • TB Clearance
  • Valid CA Driver's License
  • Verification of Appropriate California Credential(s)
  • Board of Trustees Approval Must submit online application through Ed-Join to apply.
Required documents must be scanned and added to the application as attachments. We DO NOT accept transmissions via e-mail or fax. Incomplete applications will not be considered Credential Copy (Detailed information from CTC) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (Up to 3) Resume Requirements / Qualifications
  • NOTE TO INTERNAL FCUSD APPLICANTS
    Based on an agreement with FCEA, lateral transfers will not be considered at this time
  • Folsom Cordova Unified School District is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's success.
In collaboration with our community, the mission of FCUSD is to ensure all students demonstrate high levels of learning through our commitment to continuous cycles of improvement, transformative social emotional learning, and engaging, culturally responsive instruction. FCUSD is seeking to build a team that is representative of the Folsom Cordova student body and community. Diverse individuals are encouraged to apply. Applicant must hold a valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential with Mild/Moderate, Autism Authorization, and English Learner Authorization (or CLAD) or Mild to Moderate Support Needs with English Learner Authorization (or CLAD). New credential program graduates may be considered with an attached letter from the program stating program requirements have been met and date of completion.
  • SIGNING BONUS
  • $10,000 paid over 3 installments at the completion of the subsequent school years with full preliminary or clear credential
OR FCUSD
may cover tuition for intern credential programs through SCOE or Yolo Solano. Internal candidates are not eligible for signing bonus. Signing bonuses will be pro-rated for partial FTE. Additional qualifiers and details will be discussed upon hire.
  • Employment is conditional upon satisfaction set forth below:
  • DOJ Clearance /Background Check
  • AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check
  • TB Clearance
  • Valid CA Driver's License
  • Verification of Appropriate California Credential(s)
  • Board of Trustees Approval Must submit online application through Ed-Join to apply.
Required documents must be scanned and added to the application as attachments. We DO NOT accept transmissions via e-mail or fax. Incomplete applications will not be considered Credential Copy (Detailed information from CTC) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (Up to 3) Resume Comments and Other Information This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU The Folsom Cordova Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact: Jim Huber, Ed.

D., Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, ADA Coordinator (students) jhuber@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104580 Shannon Diaz, Director of Compliance Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator sdiaz@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104415 1965 Birkmont Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 The Folsom Cordova Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Folsom Cordova Unified School District's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. The District Title IX Coordinator is: Shannon Diaz, Director of Compliance Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator sdiaz@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104415 1965 Birkmont Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 The District nondiscrimination policy can be located at: https://www.fcusd.org/district/about-us/nondiscrimination-statementpolicy The District's nondiscrimination complaint procedures can be located at:
Students:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/uniform-complaints
Staff:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/nondiscrimination-in-employment To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment, or make a complaint of sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX, please refer to:
Students:
https://www.fcusd.org/district/about-us/title-ix-notificationsexual-harassment
Staff:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/sexual-harrassment-title-ix Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on "Help Center" for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing edjoin_helpdesk@sbcss.k12.ca.us Comments and Other Information This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU The Folsom Cordova Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact: Jim Huber, Ed.

D., Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, ADA Coordinator (students) jhuber@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104580 Shannon Diaz, Director of Compliance Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator sdiaz@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104415 1965 Birkmont Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 The Folsom Cordova Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Folsom Cordova Unified School District's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. The District Title IX Coordinator is: Shannon Diaz, Director of Compliance Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator sdiaz@fcusd.org 916-294-9000 x 104415 1965 Birkmont Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 The District nondiscrimination policy can be located at: https://www.fcusd.org/district/about-us/nondiscrimination-statementpolicy The District's nondiscrimination complaint procedures can be located at:
Students:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/uniform-complaints
Staff:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/nondiscrimination-in-employment To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment, or make a complaint of sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX, please refer to:
Students:
https://www.fcusd.org/district/about-us/title-ix-notificationsexual-harassment
Staff:
https://www.fcusd.org/departments/compliance/complaints/sexual-harrassment-title-ix Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on "Help Center" for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing edjoin_helpdesk@sbcss.k12.ca.us Links Related To This Job Frequently Asked Questions Salary Schedules
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