Substitute Teacher - Special Education

RCM is hiring Special Education Substitute Teachers to support K–12 schools and districts. This is an in-person role providing classroom instruction and support services within special education programs during school hours.

Daily Rate: $300-$325/day
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Position Summary
Under the direction of the school leader, the Special Education Substitute Teacher provides instructional services and classroom supervision in the absence of the regular Education Specialist. Follows lesson plans, implements IEP accommodations and modifications, supports student learning and behavioral goals, and maintains a safe, structured learning environment.

Assignments may vary by grade level, student needs, school setting, and assignment length, including both daily substitute coverage and long-term placements.

Responsibilities:

Schedule/Shift:

• Full Day: up to 8 hours
• Half Day: up to 4 hours
• School Year: As needed, including daily, short-term, and long-term assignments
• Schedule follows the assigned school calendar

Key Duties:

• Provides learning experiences and teaches lessons prescribed by the classroom teacher or school administrator.
• Implements IEP accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies to support student success.
• Provides individual and small-group instruction designed to meet diverse student needs.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior necessary to create a safe and effective learning environment.
• Supports students with academic, behavioral, communication, and social-emotional needs.
• Collaborates with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and school personnel as needed.
• Maintains accurate documentation and follows school procedures related to student services.
• Provides appropriate instruction and activities aligned with school and district goals and objectives.
• Follows school protocols, safety procedures, and special education compliance requirements.

Requirements:

Credential: 

• Must possess a valid California Education Specialist Credential.
• Must meet all applicable school, state, and local requirements.
• Successful completion of background screening, TB clearance, credential verification, and onboarding requirements required prior to assignment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• California Education Specialist Credential required.

Experience:

• Experience working with students with disabilities in K–12 educational settings preferred.
• Experience implementing IEP accommodations, behavioral supports, and differentiated instruction preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us
RCM works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation
RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

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