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Substitute Teacher - Special Education / Alternative Education 2026-27

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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.

$88,529 / year median in California

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Substitute Teacher - Special Education / Alternative Education 2026-27 at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 7/27/2026 Contact Lisa Anguiano Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Single Rate $28.57 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $100 for half day (3.5 hours), $200 for full day (7 hours) plus mileage stipend for travel over 15 miles one way from your home. •See comments. Length of Work Year On an on-call, as needed basis. The 2024/25 school year starts in August. Employment Type Full Time, Part Time Job Summary Job Summary Special Education Under the direction of the Area Administrator, provide directed learning experiences in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains, daily living skills and vocational training for severely handicapped students 3 to 22 years of age; oversee support services to students; supervise instructional assistants and volunteers in the classroom; perform other related duties as assigned. Alternative Education Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the teacher provides directed learning experiences in academic skills, social skills, living skills, job skills and career planning for general and special education students attending the Community School, the Independent Study Program or students detained in the San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Services Center. Oversees testing and career counseling services. Directs support staff and volunteers in the classroom. Assists and works as a team with the County Probation Department and Mental Health Department staff assigned to the Community School. Assists and works as a team with the County Probation Department staff assigned to the Juvenile Services Center with security and rehabilitation of the youth; plans and implements a program for each student. Participates in the IEP process, including but not limited to; assessment, development, review, and implementation of IEPs. Performs other related duties as assigned. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Valid current California teaching credential such as Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Education Specialist preferred. 30 day substitute permits are acceptable. For credentialing services, visit our website at www.slocoe.org. Choose Human Resources under the Departments tab. Click on the credentialing services link.
Desired qualifications:
Experience teaching Special Education and/or at-promise youth, and strong classroom management skills. Please read the complete job description to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications. Credential Copy Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume TB Screening Result Requirements / Qualifications Valid current California teaching credential such as Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Education Specialist preferred. 30 day substitute permits are acceptable. For credentialing services, visit our website at www.slocoe.org. Choose Human Resources under the Departments tab. Click on the credentialing services link.
Desired qualifications:
Experience teaching Special Education and/or at-promise youth, and strong classroom management skills. Please read the complete job description to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications. Credential Copy Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume TB Screening Result Comments and Other Information This recruitment is to establish a Substitute Teacher pool for SLOCOE Special Education and Alternative Education classrooms located throughout San Luis Obispo County.
Classroom settings include:
Intensive Therapeutic Learning (ED), Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Juvenile Court School and Community School. •
STRS/PERS
benefits may apply to current members. •Some benefits may apply. Comments and Other Information This recruitment is to establish a Substitute Teacher pool for SLOCOE Special Education and Alternative Education classrooms located throughout San Luis Obispo County.
Classroom settings include:
Intensive Therapeutic Learning (ED), Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Juvenile Court School and Community School. •
STRS/PERS
benefits may apply to current members. •Some benefits may apply. Links Related To This Job Benefits Information Employee Important Information Bargaining Unit Contracts CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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