Special Education Teacher Mild/Mod - Remote (2026/27 School Year)

Special Education Teacher (Mild/Moderate)

The special education teacher provides instruction at the elementary, middle, high school and/or adult transition level to students who require remedial and specialized assistance in pre-academic, academic, social emotional, behavioral, adaptive behavior, daily living, pre-vocational, college and career skill areas; and plans, develops, organizes and implements comprehensive individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with a variety of disabilities. School staff will rely on the special education teacher to provide consultation and educational services within the area of special education.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

1. Completes thorough initial evaluations, additional assessments, and reevaluations in alignment with state and federal guidelines as well as department guidelines, and develops legally compliant IEPs and assessment reports
2. Conducts educational assessments related to students' access to the academic core curriculum and progress towards meeting instructional academic goals
3. Provides appropriate instruction both individually and in small groups and other special education supports to students whose needs have been identified in an IEP and others requested by a special education administrator
4. Develops, schedules, leads, and participates in the IEP meetings
5. Consults with various school staff members, parents, outside service providers regarding student assessments, specialized instruction, accommodations and modifications, and behavior management techniques; coordinates IEP services as needed
6. Maintains records and reports, and completes frequent progress monitoring that is required by the school, state, and/or federal regulations
7. Develops positive relationships and rapport with all staff members
8. Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with all other school personnel and parents while maintaining confidentiality at all times
9. Participates in staff and program development related to the special methods and approaches of providing special education services
10. Provides direct oversight for paraprofessionals as the credentialed teacher
11. Attends and actively participates in regional meetings
12. Provides services to students in public location and/or in-home, if necessary
13. Proctoring duties as needed during the testing season

Other duties include:

1. Responds to all school related communication within 24 business hours
2. Documents and refers to the school's management all formal disciplinary actions involving students; supporting management with addressing and resolving complaints from students and parents in a timely manner; ensuring compliance with the provisions of California Penal Code Section 11166 (Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act)
3. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications guide:

1. A valid, current, and appropriate California state Mild/Moderate Education Specialist credential with an autism added authorization for teaching staff. A copy of teaching credential to be provided and kept current.
2. Two years of successful teaching experience in special education preferred

Other qualifications:

1. State and federal background clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237)
   • No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and Human Resources notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance
2. Proof of a clear TB test or completed tuberculosis risk assessment questionnaire and certificate of completion by a health care professional dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406 and AB 1667) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years
3. Hold and maintain a valid California Driver's License; proof of automobile insurance; and full time use of a dependable automobile that is insured pursuant to California regulations

Knowledge:

1. Computer and technology literacy: Operate office equipment including a calculator, copier, computer and assigned software.
2. Google docs, Google spreadsheets and other online collaboration tools to send and receive information
3. Basic arithmetic calculations
4. Strong content and subject-matter knowledge
5. Standardized assessment tools for determining special education eligibility
6. Proficiency in various word processing programs, Special Education Information System (SEIS) and experience using them in a professional capacity

Skills:

1. Conflict resolution
2. Record-keeping techniques
3. Methods of collecting and organizing data and information

Abilities:

1. Embraces Sage Oak's core values
2. Maintains integrity at all times
3. Works independently with little direction
4. Maintains clear communication and interpersonal skills that maintain a respectful, professional, and courteous manner
5. Maintains flexible and adaptable mindset
6. Demonstrates sensitivity to individual differences and cultural backgrounds
7. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
8. Follows established procedures and meets all established deadlines

Physical demands:

1. Hear and speak to exchange information
2. Dexterity of hands and fingers
3. See to read a variety of materials
4. Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch
5. Sit or stand for extended periods of time
6. Lift objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Work environment:

1. Office environment, regularly operating a computer and other office equipment
2. Noise level is generally moderate
3. Meetings conducted in public and office settings
4. Indoor and outdoor in varying temperatures
5. Will work with students who have significant academic and social/emotional needs
6. Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 200 miles in a day

Equal opportunity:

Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and promotion of individuals in all job classifications will be conducted without regard to actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and hairstyle, including but not limited to braids, locks, and twists), color, creed, actual or perceived gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, age (40 and over), ethnicity, national origin or ancestry (including language use restrictions), citizenship, physical, intellectual or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), reproductive health decision-making, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), family or medical leave status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or a related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Employer's hiring and employment practices may exclude a candidate from consideration where bona fide occupational qualifications exist.

Additional offerings:

1. Competitive health benefits
2. STRS Contributing School
3. School-issued Macbook/computer and MiFi
4. Stipend for cell/internet
5. Advance Degree Stipend for Master's degree or higher