Special Education Teacher

Description:

🟢 Starting Salary: $71,000 - $75,000 /year based on experience PLUS $2,000
Annual Education Stipend

🏫 Environment: Special Education Program, Grades 9-12

[https://files.cdn-files-a.com/uploads/6683771/2000_67e1cbaa6fb02.png]

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
[https://careers.chancelight.com/spectrum-center-schools-and-programs/], a
growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a
Special Education Teacher to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful
work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and
offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you're passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs,
thrive in a collaborative and dynamic educational environment, and bring
creativity, patience, a solution-focused mindset, a sense of humor, and an
unwavering commitment to student growth — We Should Talk! 📲

As a Special Education Teacher, you will lead the instructional process for
students in Grades 9-12 with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing
dynamic and personalized learning experiences within the learning center and/or
classroom. Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing
innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating
comprehensive lesson plans and schedules tailored to the diverse physical,
emotional, and educational needs of each student, in alignment with state and
school standards.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

* Creating an inclusive, collaborative environment that actively involves
students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
* Establishing a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear
expectations, emphasizing social development, personal accountability, and
positive group interactions by modeling Positive Behavior Interventions and
Supports (PBIS).
* Implementing and consistently reinforcing school-wide and classroom-specific
PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate
consequences.
* Tracking and documenting student progress, maintaining accurate student
files, and generating comprehensive reports detailing student achievements
and activities.
* Delivering differentiated and targeted instruction individually or
collaboratively in a co-teaching environment to effectively meet
IEP-specified educational goals.
* Adapting and modifying curricular content and instructional approaches to
accommodate the diverse learning styles and capabilities of students,
providing guidance to instructional staff on differentiation methods.
* Utilizing varied and engaging instructional methods, resources, and
educational software to effectively respond to and support diverse student
needs and interests.
* Managing student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating,
and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), goals, and
interventions.
* Preparing detailed daily lesson plans and organizing instructional materials
that align with curriculum standards and individual student objectives.
* Maintaining an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment, managing
supplies, furniture, and resources effectively according to established
procedures.
* Staying informed on current research-based instructional practices, trends,
and developments in special education and subject-specific areas to
continually enhance teaching effectiveness.
* Responding openly and constructively to feedback from formal evaluations and
informal observations, actively pursuing ongoing professional growth.
* Supporting the school community by performing additional duties as assigned,
contributing positively to the overall success of the educational program.

‖ Qualifications Required:

* Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely
related field of study.
* Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid CA state teaching
credential.
* Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a CA state education
specialist or special education instruction (mild-mod) credential.
* Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis
management training.
* Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and
instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or
behavioral health program setting.
* Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and
compliance; particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional
behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders and/or other related
disabilities.
* Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with
individualized education plans (IEP's).
* Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for
students with diverse needs.
* Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with
students that help move them toward realistic goals.
* Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution,
multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
* Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make
independent decisions.
* Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional
technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office
equipment.



[https://files.cdn-files-a.com/uploads/6683771/2000_682d0f954fd61.png]

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
[https://chancelight.com/locations/brands/spectrum/] is a division
of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education
[https://chancelight.com/], the nation’s leading provider of alternative and
special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50
years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have
helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

> 💻 Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we
> provide by visiting the link below:
> * https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose [https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose]

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our
team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support
needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal
& professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here –
where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day
is a Chance to transform lives through education!

‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

* Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
* Annual Education Stipend - $2,000
* FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
* FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
* Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
* Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
* Personal Protection Insurance Plans
* Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
* Legal Services Insurance
* Pet Health Insurance
* Accrual-based Paid Time Off
* School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
* Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
* 401k Retirement Saving Plan
* Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
* Opportunities for Growth & Development
* And So Much More!



If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and
contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build
confidence and unlock their full potential!

CAREERS, WITH CHANCELIGHT 💙 WORK. WITH PURPOSE.
[https://careers.chancelight.com]

[https://images.cdn-files-a.com/uploads/6683771/2000_65f24fd19e951.png]

COPYRIGHT © 2026 CHANCELIGHT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, THERAPY, & EDUCATION, A
CHANCELIGHT® [https://chancelight.com/] COMPANY *BENEFIT PLANS AND ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS MAY VARY BASED ON ROLE AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS.

Apply

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/EDU1002ESA/JobBoard/a6338601-b036-4017-9b45-9e1c43c610d5/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=829044a7-2b4d-4c26-ba0d-b48404b0c31f