$5K SIGNING BONUS - Education Specialist Pool - (M/M) (middle school) (1.0 FTE) 2026-27 School Year

$5K

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- Education Specialist Pool - (M/M) (middle school) (1.0 FTE) 2026-27 School Year at Moraga School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 6/18/2026 Contact Lisa Crouch Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $65,319 - $124,905 Annually Add'l Salary Info $65,319 - $124,905579 (full time rate) Salary is per placement on the Certificated Salary Schedule, full credit for years of experience given Length of Work Year 186 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer The Moraga School District is located in Moraga, California, beyond the Oakland hills and east of San Francisco. Our students consistently score advanced and proficient on California standardized tests while excelling in art, music, technology, physical education and a variety of intermediate school electives. The Moraga School District values the involvement of Moraga parents and families, our PTAs, the Moraga Education Foundation, and local businesses. Together we deliver to our TK-8th grade students a first class education addressing the academic, social and emotional needs of our students to succeed in a diverse global world. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the Principal and/or the Director of Pupil Services, the primary responsibilities are to provide instruction to special education students with IEPs who require modifications or specific instructional strategies, individually and/or in the general education classroom setting and to collaborate with classroom teachers and to perform assessments for triennials. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Under the direction of the Principal and the Director of Pupil Services, the primary responsibilities are to provide instruction to special education students who require modifications or specific instructional strategies individually, in small groups and in the general education classroom setting, to collaborate with classroom teachers and case manage 6th grade students with IEPs.

Representative Duties:

Representative Duties :

Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans for individualized and group instruction, schedule instructional periods, provide direct instructional support to students with special needs, individually and/or in the general education classroom setting, modify curriculum and instruction that enhance the student's learning of the core curriculum and provide for continued development in areas of student's strengths, assist with planning individualized education programs, and write goals and objectives using district Standard and Benchmarks. Provide consultation to staff and parents of special needs students. Conduct assessments, develop individualized educational program (IEP), participate as a member of IEP meetings, provide instruction as required by the IEP, monitor the implementation of the IEP, and evaluate student progress on a regular basis. Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned instructional assistant(s). Participate in special education staff meetings and site faculty meetings. Evaluate the ongoing effectiveness of the program in cooperation with Principal and Director of Pupil Services. Case Manage 6th grade students with IEPs.

Knowledge of:

A variety of research-based instructional strategies appropriate for handicapping conditions. Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction. Successful collaboration and co-teaching strategies. Special education guidelines in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Use of technology in Special Education Ability to: Provide special education assessments. Write legally compliant and educationally meaningful assessment reports. Work in a collaborative relationship with parents, teachers and special education staff members. Design and implement appropriate behavior management systems and techniques for use in instructional and disciplinary situations. Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, paraprofessionals and IEP team members. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must have Learning Handicapped with Resource Specialist, or Mild/Moderate Specialist credential. CLAD Certification Requirements / Qualifications Please include Cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation Requirements / Qualifications Please include Cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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