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Personalized Learning Teacher Plus (2026/27 School Year)
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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
NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume (Full Work History)
Letters of Recommendation:
Three (3) current (dated within the last 3 years), professional letters (one must be from a current or former direct supervisor)Copy of Transcripts:
Unofficial copies of all college/university transcriptsCredential Copy:
Credential Copy (Proof of valid, current, and appropriate California teaching credential as a PDF print out from CTC (copy should reflect dates of issuance and expiration)- English Learner Authorization (If not embedded in credential, provide a copy of CLAD, CTEL or equivalent) if applicable Please note: All required documents must be submitted at the time of application.
Job Description Reports To:
Assistant Principal, Personalized Learning TK-8 Academy (or designee)FLSA Status:
Exempt School Classification:
Certificated Pay Scale:
Range 7: $79,424- $99,473
- Newly hired teachers are eligible for up to 10 years of service credit (up to Step K)
Work Schedule:
190 days/11 monthsLocation:
Onsite and Remote Office Position Summary:
The teacher supports and guides students in meeting their educational goals and ensuring they are successful in an independent study environment. Required duties include administrative responsibilities and completion of all required paperwork as outlined below. Teachers are required to participate in all staff meetings, trainings and/or sessions. Teachers are expected to uphold the school's mission and shared values, philosophy, and policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Support:
The teacher meets with assigned students and parents to support the student's academic needs and to facilitate adequate progress to the common core state standards. This includes completing all educational and administrative duties, paperwork, and other tasks as needed to achieve this goal. Professional support is not limited to the school calendar days.Teacher responsibilities:
Develops a personalized educational plan with each family at the beginning of each learning period, and assigns work in each subject area Evaluates, updates, and documents student progress towards the educational plan/assignments and school and Common Core State Standards by examining the entire body of student learning at the Learning Period Meeting (LPM) and engaging the student through evaluative discussion, observation and informal assessment. Collects and assesses work samples each learning period, and uses those samples for portfolio submission Stays current with school policy and procedure Completes the required paperwork and documentation for each student according to individual deadlines Communicates school information, advises and supports parents and students Ensures students' academic needs are met by researching curriculum options and ordering appropriate curriculum Suggests and provides information regarding available educational opportunities Maintains an accurate teacher budget Prepares for and attends IEP and other required meetings for assigned students Uses computer technology, email, the Internet, and other technology Attends mandatory teacher trainings such as annual all school meetings and regular Regional Meetings Completes online and other trainings as determined as necessary by the school Proctors state mandated tests and administers any charter required assessments, such as the local assessment Participates in WASC focus groups and completes assigned WASC related projects/tasks Supports middle school students and parents with high school planning Attends and assists with school events and field trips when needed Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for teaching live synchronous classes Employs a wide variety of teaching methods designed to create opportunities for deep understanding and differentiated instruction for all levels of ability within a class, including serving students identified with special needs Provides a learning environment that stimulates creativity and individuality to support student success and provides opportunities for project based learning Manages behavior of learners in virtual instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process Proactively monitors the progress and learning of students through online platforms and systems and assists students with working towards mastery of content Plans and manages allotted learning time effectively to maximize student achievement Assists the school with the collection of materials returned by families and the process for re-issuing items to students as needed Creates reports as needed for the department regarding student enrollment and progress Serves and meets with students during normal business hours unless prior approval has been extended by supervisorPaperwork and Documentation:
The teacher must complete all paperwork and documentation necessary to serve each assigned student. Completed documentation must be submitted by specific due dates as specified by the school. The required documentation includes, but is not limited to, the following: Master Agreements and other enrollment paperwork Attendance documentation Assignment and Work Record (AWR) in School Pathways to document student learning- to be completed within five (5) school workdays from the date of the Learning Period Meeting (LPM) Report Cards Portfolios Purchase Orders Checkout (performed after last day of school) IEP paperwork Additional paperwork as needed