Special Education Teacher

About the role

Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support our K-12 special education school at our campuses in Sunnyvale or Santa Clara, CA. The position involves working in a high-support program with direct experienced paraprofessional aides and multiple resource specialists.

Responsibilities

- Planning Instruction & Designing Learning Experiences - Organizing & Understanding Subject Matter for Student Learning - Creating & Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning - Engaging & Supporting all Students in the Learning - Assessing Student Learning, IEP participation - Managing Student Behavior

Requirements

- Physical Requirements: Pushing, pulling and lifting at least 45lbs. with assistance; twisting and turning; student behavior management; office work. - Personal Requirements: Ability to work independently and cooperatively; enjoy working with people; excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

- Education: Bachelors degree with a special education credential. Prefer 1 year of teaching experience.

Skills

- Proficiency in English writing and verbal communication.

Benefits

- At least 6 weeks of paid time off per year. - Tuition reimbursement available for certain credentialed candidates. - Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits. - 403b retirement plan with a 5% match, upon vesting.