Special Education Teacher - San Mateo, California
Make an indelible impact as a 1:1 Elementary Special Education Teacher in a welcoming, collaborative school environment near Mountain View, CA. This full-time contract position (30–35 hours per week) is ideal for educators who are passionate about helping elementary students with exceptional needs thrive in school and in life.
In this year-round role starting July 2026 and running through August 2027, you will work one-on-one with a joyful, non-verbal student with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Drawing on your expertise, you’ll deliver California CTC Core standard-aligned lessons—adapting content for sensory, visual, and communication needs. Instruction runs 8:00 am–1:00 pm, followed by documentation and team collaboration until approximately 2:30/3:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All work is conducted at a supportive school site; no home-based teaching required.
What we’re looking for:
- Valid Special Education Teacher credential (California highly preferred)
- Direct experience teaching students with significant support needs, ideally non-verbal and/or with CVI
- Familiarity with adapted, sensory-informed, visually adapted curriculum; strong bonus if you know Unique-Learning-Systems (ULS)
- Ability to design project-based, hands-on learning experiences
- Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., SLP, TVI, AAC, OT, BCBA)
- Ability to nurture social-emotional growth, peer engagement, and inclusive communication
- Enthusiasm for creative problem solving, patient guidance, and celebrating milestones
Your responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing individualized instruction that matches student strengths and needs
- Creating motivating, communication-rich, student-centered lessons
- Documenting progress and collaborating closely with family members and specialists
- Supporting holistic growth: academic, social, emotional, and functional
This opportunity offers a deeply rewarding chance to be part of a positive, expert school community, with strong support and the potential for contract renewal. If you’re dedicated to empowering every child to reach their fullest, apply today to transform the school year ahead!
Compensation for this position ranges from $33.34 to $53.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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