Education Specialist- MildModerate 2026-2027 Southport Elementary (5,000 Signing Bonus)

About the Employer

Washington Unified School District (WUSD) serves nearly 7500 students in West Sacramento carrying forward a proud legacy of excellence since 1917. As the citys premier provider of high-quality education WUSD offers innovative programs like Spanish Dual Language Immersion Visual and Performing Arts Career Technical Education AVID and before and after-school care. WUSD fosters a supportive and collaborative environment for employees with mentoring professional growth opportunities and cutting-edge technology to inspire innovation in teaching. Rooted in equity diversity and inclusion WUSD is a vibrant community of educators families and partners dedicated to empowering every student to thrive.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Washington Unified School District is a medium-sized district of 7500 students located in West Sacramento CA. It offers its employees a supportive and collaborative environment including mentoring if/as needed. Technological advancement is a priority in WUSD by offering cutting-edge resources and tools for innovative teaching. Diversity and Inclusion are core values of WUSD as are promoting equity and cultural competence. WUSD is committed to professional growth providing opportunities for advancement and ongoing development. WUSD is an engaged community of educators families volunteers and partnerships.

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print

Provides direct instruction in Special Education. Individualizes the instructional program according to the IEP. Emphasizes academic achievement at all levels.

Requirements / Qualifications

Possession of a valid and appropriate Education Specialist credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is preferred. Candidates in the process of completing their credential program are encouraged to apply and indicate within their supporting documents when they anticipate program completion. This includes candidates enrolled in their universitys internship program. Candidates with out-of-state credentials will be considered. Please include the following supporting documents:* Cover Letter* Resume* Transcripts* Credentials* Three current letters of recommendation WUSD offers an in-house Induction Program that awards participating teachers $500 upon completion of each years requirements.

Requirements / Qualifications

Possession of a valid and appropriate Education Specialist credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is preferred. Candidates in the process of completing their credential program are encouraged to apply and indicate within their supporting documents when they anticipate program completion. This includes candidates enrolled in their universitys internship program. Candidates with out-of-state credentials will be considered. Please include the following supporting documents:* Cover Letter* Resume* Transcripts* Credentials* Three current letters of recommendation WUSD offers an in-house Induction Program that awards participating teachers $500 upon completion of each years requirements.

Comments and Other Information

Questions regarding EdJoin Please call the helpline at .Questions regarding this or other postings Please call HR at ext are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry age color disability gender gender identity gender expression nationality race or ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns immediately contact Shea Borges Assistant Superintendent Human Resources (Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Title 5) at ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School Districts uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

Comments and Other Information

Questions regarding EdJoin Please call the helpline at .Questions regarding this or other postings Please call HR at ext are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry age color disability gender gender identity gender expression nationality race or ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns immediately contact Shea Borges Assistant Superintendent Human Resources (Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Title 5) at ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School Districts uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.

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