Special Education Teacher - South County SELPA; REPOST

Job Summary

Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Special Education Teacher position to work with South County SELPA districts and organizations. This position will serve students with various disabilities within member districts and Davila Day School; will, plan, develop and implement individualized education plans; conduct student assessments, provide consultation to staff and parents, and participate in IEP meetings.

This is an itinerant position.

The South County SELPA coordinates special education program development and student placements for more than 12,300 students from birth through age 22. We operate in the southern region of San Diego County and member districts include the elementary and high school districts of Coronado, Chula Vista, National, San Ysidro, South Bay, Sweetwater and San Diego County Office of Education programs.

This position is full-time and will offer the certificated benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalSTRS state retirement system.

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This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree (Special Education preferred); and experience in the development and writing of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), assessment procedures, and adherence to federal and state regulations for students with disabilities. Experience working with students with mental health challenges is preferred. Moderate/severe (extensive support needs) experience desired. Certificates, Licenses, Credentials:

• A valid Education Specialist credential with a mild/moderate emphasis as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• English Learner authorization (CLAD or equivalent document)
• CPR and First Aid certification is highly desirable
• Valid California Driver License

To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

• Resume, detailing education and experience
• Letter of Introduction
• Two (2) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the last year preferably from current/former supervisors)
• Copy of Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field from an accredited college or university
• Copy of valid credential with appropriate authorization as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing***
• Proof of CLAD Certification/English Learner Authorization if not embedded in your credential
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification if applicable

Note: Valid California credentials are a requirement at the time of hire. If you do not possess the required California credentials, you may go to the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing website for details on meeting California’s requirements.

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. All required California Credentials (if applicable, as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing) must be confirmed prior to employment with SDCOE.

Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal-opportunity employer.