Education Specialist / Special Education Teacher

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Relocation bonus
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Education Specialist / Special Education Teacher - Oakland, CA

Full-Time | In-Person | 2025-2026 School Year

Make an impact where it matters most - in the classroom. Celebrations Speech Group is seeking a passionate and credentialed Education Specialist / Special Education Teacher to join our inclusive, collaborative school team in Oakland, CA for the upcoming school year.

If you're driven to support student success, excel at IEP development and case management, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, this role offers the support, resources, and professional growth you deserve.

Why Join Celebrations Speech Group

Celebrations Speech Group is a private practice and Non-Public Agency (NPA) with decades of experience providing exceptional special education and therapy services to children in schools, homes, and clinics. Our supportive, vibrant culture ensures you have the tools, mentorship, and autonomy to succeed while developing leadership and clinical skills. We believe in collaboration, inclusion, and empowering educators to make a measurable difference.

What You'll Do

• Provide targeted, specialized academic instruction to students with learning differences and special needs in elementary or middle school settings
• Manage an assigned caseload, ensuring services align with each student's IEP goals and timelines
• Lead IEP meetings, write compliant IEPs, and collaborate with service providers, parents, and district teams
• Administer and interpret standardized assessments to track progress and drive instructional planning
• Adapt and modify curriculum to support student learning and inclusion across co-teaching, push-in, pull-out, and one-to-one models
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, evaluations, and service logs
• Partner with general education teachers to create differentiated instruction and promote meaningful inclusion

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Active California Education Specialist and/or Special Education Teaching Credential (CTC)
• Availability for in-person services in Oakland, CA
• Strong knowledge of Special Education law, policy, and instructional best practices

Preferred:

• 1+ years of Special Education teaching experience
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, student-centered approach
• Tech-savvy with strong organizational skills

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary: $70,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Planning
• Paid Sick Leave & Wellness Resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education Unit (CEU) reimbursement
• Access to CSG's Employee Discount Perks Program for travel, childcare, education, and more

Apply Today

Join a team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and celebrates your impact on students' lives. Apply now, and our School Staff Consultant team will reach out directly to discuss next steps.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Celebrations Speech Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

California Fair Chance Statement

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Celebrations Speech Group provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants who need assistance during the hiring process, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Applicants who need an accommodation may contact Human Resources.

At Celebrations Speech Group, we deliver personalized, evidence-based services in both educational and clinical settings. Our mission is to help individuals of all ages achieve their highest potential, with a focus on special education and therapy services. Whether in schools or our four brick-and-mortar clinics, we provide comprehensive support tailored to each person's unique needs. Our commitment to collaboration, empathy, and continuous development ensures that our staff and those we serve thrive in a supportive environment.