ISO Education – Special Education Teacher

Location: California
Schedule: Full-Time | K–12
Credential Required: Education Specialist Instruction Credential (Mild/Moderate or equivalent w/ Autism authorization)

Position Overview

ISO is seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to support students who require academic, behavioral, and social-emotional intervention. This role provides direct instruction, develops individualized programming, partners collaboratively with gen-ed teachers, and ensures students with disabilities receive equitable access to learning and the least restrictive environment.

You will design meaningful and measurable IEP goals, coordinate specialized services, assess student progress, and utilize differentiated instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. This is a highly collaborative role ideal for educators who believe in student independence, inclusive learning, and evidence-based practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs)

• Teach and support students requiring specialized academic and behavioral intervention

• Conduct ongoing assessments and evaluate progress toward IEP goals

• Provide direct instruction using differentiated, multi-sensory, and adaptive methods

• Collaborate with families, support staff, agencies, and general education teachers

• Participate in SST/IEP meetings, maintain compliance, documentation, and data-tracking

• Implement behavior management, reinforcement systems, and positive supports

• Assist students with mainstream integration and general classroom participation

• Maintain a structured, safe, and regulated learning space

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with Special Education coursework

• Valid CA Education Specialist Instruction Credential or Specialist Instruction Credential

• Autism Authorization included

• Minimum 3 years classroom experience (2+ years in SpEd preferred)

Knowledge of:

• K–12 curriculum, assessment tools & differentiated instructional delivery

• Writing goals, IEP documentation, progress monitoring, data analysis

• Behavior management, reinforcement strategies, and conflict resolution

• Developmental profiles, diverse cultural backgrounds, and community resources

Ability to:

• Adapt curriculum for multiple learning styles and accessibility needs

• Deliver instruction that supports independence, growth, and skill development

• Build trust-centered relationships with students, families, and school teams

• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages strengths