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Extensive Support Needs (Moderate/Severe) Special Education l Middle School (6-8) Teacher (w/Autism Authorization, experience with behavior interventions preferred)

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$44,687 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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Extensive Support Needs (Moderate/Severe) Special Education l Middle School (6-8) Teacher (w/Autism Authorization, experience with behavior interventions preferred) at Westminster School District Print Application Deadline 9/20/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/14/2026 Contact Melynda Bezzina 714-894-7311 x 1165 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Placement will be on the Teacher Salary Schedule noted on the District website. WSD provides credit for ALL previous years of similar service and stipend Length of Work Year 186 days per school year Employment Type Full Time About the
Employer WSD Vision:
Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive.
WSD Mission:
It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Requirements / Qualifications
Behavior intervention experience preferred. The following documents are required for this position: Certificate Copy (CSET, MSAT, etc.) Copy of Transcript Credential Copy (Education Specialist Credential Extensive Support Needs/Moderate/Severe ( please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC)) English Learner Authorization ((If notated on your credential please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC, if not please submit appropriate documentation)) Letter of Introduction (personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and unique qualifications for this position) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed letters (dated within the last 12 months), one of which is from your current supervisor) Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements) Test Results/Materials (CBEST) Requirements / Qualifications Behavior intervention experience preferred. The following documents are required for this position: Certificate Copy (CSET, MSAT, etc.) Copy of Transcript Credential Copy (Education Specialist Credential Extensive Support Needs/Moderate/Severe ( please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC)) English Learner Authorization ((If notated on your credential please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC, if not please submit appropriate documentation)) Letter of Introduction (personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and unique qualifications for this position) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed letters (dated within the last 12 months), one of which is from your current supervisor) Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements) Test Results/Materials (CBEST) Links Related To This Job California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) link CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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