Special Education Teacher
Location
Camarillo, CA | United States
Job description
Job Details
Job Location
Campus - Camarillo, CA
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$66,560.00 - $95,000.00 Salary
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Wage band range $66,560.00 to $95,000.00 (10-month); however, it is ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Please note: staffing in our NPS Program is determined by student enrollment. The position may qualify for bilingual pay incentive.
Casa Pacifica is a fully certified with commendations by the State Department of Education, our NPS serves children/youth ages 8 through 18 placed in the Residential Treatment Program or Assessment, Stabilization, and Permanency Center as well as day students from surrounding communities. Casa Pacifica is expanding our non-public school educational services to Northern Santa Barbara County, with an exciting new opportunity to build out services in the Lompoc area.
Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Education/Principal, the Special Education Teacher will instruct special education students individually and in small groups in accordance with Casa Pacifica’s policies and procedures; develop and implement IEP goals, assess students, and coordinate programs to increase independence and functioning in society, socially, vocationally, and academically.
Opportunities available now and for 2024-2025 school year.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans for individualized and group instruction; schedule instructional periods; assess student progress; teach core academic subjects in alignment with common core standards, next-generation science standards, and California frameworks. Instruct in other academic areas related to student grade level, including math competencies, student computer proficiency, writing skills, and art media.
- Instruct students with emotional disturbances utilizing individualized programming in order to implement and achieve IEP goals.
- Serve as case manager; participate as a member of IEP teams; attend IEP meetings; provide input to IEP goals; conduct pre and post-assessments and perform other data collection; prepare IEP reports and maintain interagency and district contacts regarding IEPs.
- Plan and supervise curriculum-related field trips to the community to enhance social skills, life skills as related to instructional objectives.
- In accordance with the IEP process, work with all educational agencies in order to transition students back to their home school districts.
- Collaborate with parents and provide parents a written quarterly student progress report and quarterly IEP goals and objectives progress reports.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Valid California Special Education Credential.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field, Master's degree preferred; or three to five years related experience and /or training with severely emotionally disturbed students; experience in academic testing (PIAT, WRAT) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Interns will be considered.
- Ability to run a Special Education classroom located at a school site.
Casa Pacifica offers:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401k with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions made after first year of service
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
- Flexible spending and dependent care programs
- Excellent training opportunities
- Education/tuition assistance programs
- Discount gym and wellness options
- Group Discount Pet Insurance
- Aflac Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Confidential Crisis Line 24/7 (365 days a year)
- Four face to face or telephonic sessions per issue, i.e.,
- Stress, Anxiety, Depression
- Life transitions
- Grief and Loss
- Divorce
- Conflict Resolution
- Substance Abuse
- Work-Life Counseling
- Free Legal and Financial consultations
- Identity Theft Recovery Services
Casa Pacifica restores hope, enhances resilience, and strengthens community connections for children, young adults, and families.
We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all our communities. Our team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.
Casa Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.
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