Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (ECSE)

San Bruno, CA | School-Based | Full-Time | 2026–2027 School Year
ISO Workforce Alliance

At ISO Workforce Alliance, we believe the earliest years can shape a child’s entire future.

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and highly collaborative Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (ECSE) to support preschool-aged learners in the San Bruno, California area. This is a rewarding school-based opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most critical developmental years, partnering with families, therapists, and school teams to help young children build the foundation for lifelong success.

If you are passionate about inclusive learning, developmental growth, and helping students thrive from the very start, we would love to connect with you.

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Position Overview

The Early Childhood Special Education Teacher will work with children ages 3–5 with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, speech/language needs, social-emotional challenges, and other disabilities requiring specialized support.

This role may include:

• Preschool special day classrooms

• Inclusive early learning environments

• Push-in and pull-out support

• Small group intervention

• Family coaching and collaboration

• IEP development and case management

• Transition planning into TK/Kindergarten

This opportunity is ideal for educators who thrive in play-based, developmentally appropriate, and highly collaborative settings.

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What You’ll Do

• Deliver individualized, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to each child’s IEP goals

• Create engaging lessons focused on:

  • communication

  • early academics

  • behavior regulation

  • sensory integration

  • motor development

  • school readiness

• Conduct ongoing progress monitoring and maintain accurate documentation

• Lead and participate in IEP meetings, assessments, and parent conferences

• Collaborate closely with:

  • speech-language pathologists

  • occupational therapists

  • school psychologists

  • BCBA/RBT teams

  • paraprofessionals

  • preschool staff

• Implement positive behavior strategies and classroom supports

• Support inclusion opportunities and peer-based learning experiences

• Partner with families to reinforce developmental goals at home

• Prepare students for successful transitions into TK, Kindergarten, and less restrictive environments

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Qualifications

• Active California Education Specialist Credential with Early Childhood Special Education authorization or equivalent ECSE credential 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:

  • Special Education

  • Early Childhood Education

  • Child Development

  • Related field

• Experience working with children ages birth–5 preferred

• Strong knowledge of:

  • IEP development

  • preschool special education law

  • developmental milestones

  • evidence-based intervention

  • inclusive preschool practices

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

• Familiarity with California SELPA compliance standards preferred

• Bilingual skills highly valued but not required

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Preferred Experience

We especially welcome ECSE teachers with experience in:

• autism and early intervention

• preschool language development

• AAC / communication supports

• play-based learning models

• behavior intervention

• sensory-friendly classroom design

• family-centered service delivery

• transition planning to elementary programs

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Why Join ISO Workforce Alliance

At ISO, we know exceptional educators change lives.

We support our school-based teams with:

• Competitive weekly pay

• Dedicated recruiter and credentialing support

• Streamlined onboarding

• Access to school districts across San Mateo County

• Ongoing placement support

• Extension and renewal opportunities

• A team that understands the urgency and importance of student continuity

Most importantly, you join a company that deeply values the impact early educators have on students, families, and school communities.

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The Difference You’ll Make

For many children, preschool special education is the first moment someone recognizes their potential.

Your work will help students:

• find their voice

• build confidence

• develop social connection

• strengthen self-regulation

• prepare for lifelong learning success

The right ECSE teacher can change the trajectory of a child’s educational journey forever.

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Apply Today

If you are an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher near San Bruno, CA looking for a meaningful school-based role where your work truly matters, we would love to speak with you.

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