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Job Description
1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher for West County Consortium - Extensive Support Needs (Grades 2-5) at West Sonoma County Union High School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 5/28/2026 Contact Sarah Zils Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Placement on the Certificated Salary Schedule - (All full time years of work experience given credit on Salary Schedule) Length of Work Year 186 work days in the 2026-2027 school year Employment Type Full Time About the
Employer The District:
WSCUHSD is located in Western Sonoma County stretching from the rural orchards and dairies north of Petaluma on up the coast to the historic reaches of Fort Ross. The District lies within the world famous wine, grape, and apple producing region of Sonoma County. The largest residential area in the District is the city of Sebastopol, located fifty miles north of San Francisco and 10 miles west of Santa Rosa. North of Sebastopol the communities of Forestville, Cazadero, Graton, Guerneville, Occidental, and Monte Rio offer a slower paced life style for middle-income families who work in the area. Our high schools serve students in grades 9-12 and have a combined enrollment of approximately 1600 students. WSCUHSD is the home of one (1) comprehensive high school, Analy High School, one (1) continuation high school, Laguna High School, and one (1) Project-Based Learning focused high school, the Academy of Innovative Arts. The District is also the LEA for the West Sonoma County Special Education and Student Services Consortium. Students who enter the District's schools come from diverse experiences in ten elementary districts spread across the western part of the county. Strong parent and community support for education is evident as WSCUHSD students traditionally surpass state and national averages in academic achievement tests and college entrance exams. One-third of district students transfer to the District from neighboring areas attracted by arts, culinary, debate, college prep, agriculture, and student activities. Approximately 80% of the District graduates go on to attend a community college, four-year college, or business/trade school. WSCUHSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WSCUHSD's policy prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of students, employees, and job applicants at any district site or activity on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, medical condition, genetic condition, genetic information, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, organizational affiliation, veteran status, marital status, or parental status. "The mission of the West Sonoma County Union High School District is to provide equitable, high-quality instruction and opportunities that ensure all students have the tools they need to thrive." Job Summary Job Summary Provide instruction and supports to students in Grades 2-5 with extensive support needs in the following domains: academics, communication, gross/fine motor, social-emotional, behavioral, vocational, and learning environment access skills.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED CREDENTIAL
Education Specialist Instruction Credential:
Extensive Support Needs
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
EDJOIN Application Letter of Interest Current Resume Three (3) current letters of recommendation Copy of Credential Copy of Transcripts Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED CREDENTIAL
Education Specialist Instruction Credential:
Extensive Support Needs
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
EDJOIN Application Letter of Interest Current Resume Three (3) current letters of recommendation Copy of Credential Copy of Transcripts Comments and Other Information Placement on Certificated Salary Schedule is based on experience - All relevant full-time years of experience given credit on salary schedule Pay range is $74,929 (Column 2/Step 1) to $124,178 (Column 3/Step 18) $2,000 Masters Stipend $2,000 Special Education Stipend 185-day work year Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits Support Provider/Mentor for applicants with a Provisional or Internship Permit or Preliminary Credential Excellent/supportive work environment WSCUHSD prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion in the work place
PLEASE NOTE
Classroom is located on the Forestville Elementary School Campus Comments and Other Information Placement on Certificated Salary Schedule is based on experience - All relevant full-time years of experience given credit on salary schedule Pay range is $74,929 (Column 2/Step 1) to $124,178 (Column 3/Step 18) $2,000 Masters Stipend $2,000 Special Education Stipend 185-day work year Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits Support Provider/Mentor for applicants with a Provisional or Internship Permit or Preliminary Credential Excellent/supportive work environment WSCUHSD prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion in the work place
PLEASE NOTE
Classroom is located on the Forestville Elementary School Campus Links Related To This Job Analy High School District Website Laguna High School CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
