Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to join our team. This role is center-based at our early childhood center in Pacific Beach. MUST hold a special education credential OR a Master’s in Special Education (or related field).

At Includ(Ed), our philosophy is simple: all children deserve access to community, care, and education. We are on a mission to increase access to quality, inclusive early childhood education and childcare one classroom at a time. Includ(Ed) provides early intervention-focused, full-time, inclusive preschool where all are welcome. Collectively, our staff provides the support, care, and education that enable typically-developing children and children with disabilities to learn, play, and thrive together.

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Special Education Teacher who is passionate and committed to working with children, supporting families, and collaborating with a team of therapists to create safe and nurturing environments where all children thrive. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in an inclusive classroom and experience differentiating and modifying curricula, materials, and environment to meet the needs of each child.

• Lead teacher for our infant, toddler, and preschool programs (ages 3 months-5 years)
• Create developmentally appropriate child-centered curricula, instructional materials, goals, and strategies consistent with each student’s individual needs
• Create curricula that honor and respect each child, with particular attention to inclusive and anti-bias practices
• Cultivate a community of belonging where each child feels seen, heard, and valued
• Create a nurturing and safe environment to meet the various needs of students
• Develop differentiated methods of instruction to meet the needs of each student
• Familiarity with various observation and assessment methods
• Collaborate regularly with our therapy team and parents
• Serve as an advocate for all students
• Track goals, update assessments, and coordinate student success plans for all students
• Experience in classroom management
• Encourage a learning environment of celebration and respect for differences

• Applicants MUST hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Child Development, or other related field from an accredited program.
• Must have either a valid state credential in Special Education and certification in Early Childhood Special Education OR a Master’s Degree in Special Education
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children and/or infants and toddlers (ideally in an inclusive setting)
• Knowledge and expertise in assessing and treating a wide range of suspected developmental delays or disabilities in the areas of fine and gross motor skills, cognition, communication, self-help and social-emotional areas
• Basic knowledge of commonly used ASL words
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate and interact compassionately with children and with teachers, parents, and other professionals
• Commitment to cultural diversity and ability to engage effectively with individuals from various backgrounds
• Knowledge of best practices in inclusive education and early childhood development
• Demonstrated understanding of individualized treatment planning and the ability to differentiate instruction
• Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children of all abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of a pilot program and a collaborative environment
• Regular access to reliable transportation
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Conversational fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Livescan clearance and criminal record check required
• Current pediatric CPR & 1st Aid certification required

Applicants should be comfortable standing for 2+ hours per day, stooping, bending, climbing, and walking frequently, lifting up to 40 pounds, and providing appropriate interventions to maintain a safe…