Special Education Teacher in Santa Ana, CA
Step into a highly impactful setting as a Special Education Teacher, supporting elementary students who thrive in a tailored, therapeutic environment. Based in Mission Viejo, you'll work at an alternative educational setting serving students primarily referred by neighboring public schools for short-term, intensive support. The school specializes in meeting the needs of children with behavioral challenges and complex disabilities, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in an Extensive Support Needs (ESN) program.
This contract role starts as soon as possible and runs through the end of the school year. The classroom operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch, totaling 6.5 hours per day. The adult-to-student ratio is 7:10, ensuring you’re never alone in providing attentive, individualized care.
Qualifications:
- Valid, current California moderate to severe special education credential (required)
- Prior experience working with elementary students diagnosed with ASD or behavioral challenges
- Comfort and competency supporting students who are nonverbal and utilize AAC devices
- Ability and willingness to assist with toileting and hygiene needs with sensitivity and professionalism
- Familiarity with classroom safety protocols, especially relating to the use of mechanical restraints
- Collaborative mindset to work effectively within a multidisciplinary classroom team
Responsibilities:
- Deliver differentiated instruction and behavioral interventions within a therapeutic classroom environment
- Support communication for primarily nonverbal students using AAC devices
- Attend to hygiene and toileting requirements, demonstrating patience and care
- Foster a positive and safe learning space, mindful of individual student needs and behavioral plans
- Collaborate closely with paraprofessionals and related service providers
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with significant support needs and possess the required California credential, we invite you to apply today and be a vital advocate in your students’ education and development.
Compensation for this position ranges from $35.34 to $50.34. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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