Special Education Teacher at Total Education Solutions and The Institute for the Redesign of Learning Tweet    Print    Application Deadline

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Date Posted 3/6/2025 Contact Greg Cohen
323-633-8501 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$6,815.63 - $7,550.88 Monthly Length of Work Year 10 or 11 months Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary

Looking for a new school community? Look no further. Almansor Academy could be your next home. Are you passionate about special education and seeking a fulfilling full-time teaching opportunity? Almansor Academy, is looking to grow by adding a dedicated teacher to our team. You will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of education professionals. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity and your chance to contribute to a worthy organization– apply today!

Requirements / Qualifications

As a Special Education Teacher at IRL, you will: manage a caseload of 12-14 students with IEPs and oversee various aspects of your students' education including curriculum delivery, behavior support, data collection, assessments, IEP writing, reports, & regular communication with parents/guardians. interpret IEPs and create and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and educational activities to support students in academic skill acquisition, personal/social development, and goal achievement. maintain a positive classroom ecology including diligent record keeping and individual student progress monitoring. assist with students’ needs, including toileting, feeding, diapering, and handling equipment. lead, manage, and supervise classroom support staff. create and present all relevant components of a student’s IEP according to required timelines. coordinate services for students on caseload according to IEPs; caseload management includes contacting other outside support agencies to help students and families in all areas (ie, districts, probation, Wraparound, TBS, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Regional Center Case Managers, etc.).

Almansor Academy Offers: Diverse Learning Programs: From kindergarten through age 22, Almansor Academy offers specialized educational paths, including a functional-skills-based Certificate of Completion or a High School Diploma, tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with severe learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, autism spectrum disorders, mild cognitive impairment, and other health impairments. Comprehensive Support Services: Our campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that provide speech and language services, occupational and physical therapy, mental health services, and case management, ensuring a holistic approach to each student's education and well-being. Personalized Educational Experience: With small class sizes featuring a 1:12 teacher-to-student ratio and a multidisciplinary team approach, we ensure personalized attention and tailored instruction that fosters both academic and personal growth. Vocational and Life Skills Training: We place a strong emphasis on pre-vocational and vocational opportunities, including on-campus work readiness training and partnerships with local businesses and service agencies, preparing our students for successful transitions into the community and workforce.

Requirements / Qualifications

As a Special Education Teacher at IRL, you will: manage a caseload of 12-14 students with IEPs and oversee various aspects of your students' education including curriculum delivery, behavior support, data collection, assessments, IEP writing, reports, & regular communication with parents/guardians. interpret IEPs and create and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and educational activities to support students in academic skill acquisition, personal/social development, and goal achievement. maintain a positive classroom ecology including diligent record keeping and individual student progress monitoring. assist with students’ needs, including toileting, feeding, diapering, and handling equipment. lead, manage, and supervise classroom support staff. create and present all relevant components of a student’s IEP according to required timelines. coordinate services for students on caseload according to IEPs; caseload management includes contacting other outside support agencies to help students and families in all areas (ie, districts, probation, Wraparound, TBS, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Regional Center Case Managers, etc.).

Almansor Academy Offers: Diverse Learning Programs: From kindergarten through age 22, Almansor Academy offers specialized educational paths, including a functional-skills-based Certificate of Completion or a High School Diploma, tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with severe learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, autism spectrum disorders, mild cognitive impairment, and other health impairments. Comprehensive Support Services: Our campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that provide speech and language services, occupational and physical therapy, mental health services, and case management, ensuring a holistic approach to each student's education and well-being. Personalized Educational Experience: With small class sizes featuring a 1:12 teacher-to-student ratio and a multidisciplinary team approach, we ensure personalized attention and tailored instruction that fosters both academic and personal growth. Vocational and Life Skills Training: We place a strong emphasis on pre-vocational and vocational opportunities, including on-campus work readiness training and partnerships with local businesses and service agencies, preparing our students for successful transitions into the community and workforce.

Comments and Other Information Salary Range: $6,815.63 - $7,550.88 per month* *Salary range is contingent upon relatable experience, credentialing/certification, education, and use of a second language in your role (50% of the time). Rate may be lower if on an alternative credential. Incentives and Benefits of Joining Our Team: Competitive total compensation package An excellent mentorship program and exceptional training provided Intentional professional growth plans (we promote from within!) Dedicated support from our Leadership Team health, dental, and vision insurance and a $25,000 life and AD&D insurance policy (if eligible). generous paid time off with up to 2 weeks of paid vacation, 13 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days. retirement plan and medical and dependent flexible spending accounts. You will need the f inimum qualifications to be considered: Hold a Bachelor’s degree & be eligible for a temporary special education permit Auto insurance liability coverage which meets the minimum for work-related travel (25/50k liability coverage) Must clear a current background check through the FBI and state agencies A negative TB Test NOTE: If you aren't sure if you are eligible, but you are interested in a special education teaching career, apply and we will go over the options for you. Environment & Physical Qualifications: An employee may encounter a noise level that is usually moderate to loud and, from time to time, can be emotionally unsettling because we work with students who have the potential to act out aggressively. While performing the duties of this job, the employee needs to be able to carry, push, pull, and move objects, e.g., student desks, chairs, and boxes. It may require frequent and prolonged bending, stooping, crouching, walking, and standing. In addition, they need to be able to perform physical management with students, e.g., physically prompt students who weigh up to 250 pounds, physically escort students and conduct physical containment of students in accordance with PRO-ACT, CPI, and/or other behavioral intervention system principles. Comments and Other Information
Salary Range: $6,815.63 - $7,550.88 per month* *Salary range is contingent upon relatable experience, credentialing/certification, education, and use of a second language in your role (50% of the time). Rate may be lower if on an alternative credential. Incentives and Benefits of Joining Our Team: Competitive total compensation package An excellent mentorship program and exceptional training provided Intentional professional growth plans (we promote from within!) Dedicated support from our Leadership Team health, dental, and vision insurance and a $25,000 life and AD&D insurance policy (if eligible). generous paid time off with up to 2 weeks of paid vacation, 13 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days. retirement plan and medical and dependent flexible spending accounts. You will need the f inimum qualifications to be considered: Hold a Bachelor’s degree & be eligible for a temporary special education permit Auto insurance liability coverage which meets the minimum for work-related travel (25/50k liability coverage) Must clear a current background check through the FBI and state agencies A negative TB Test NOTE: If you aren't sure if you are eligible, but you are interested in a special education teaching career, apply and we will go over the options for you. Environment & Physical Qualifications: An employee may encounter a noise level that is usually moderate to loud and, from time to time, can be emotionally unsettling because we work with students who have the potential to act out aggressively. While performing the duties of this job, the employee needs to be able to carry, push, pull, and move objects, e.g., student desks, chairs, and boxes. It may require frequent and prolonged bending, stooping, crouching, walking, and standing. In addition, they need to be able to perform physical management with students, e.g., physically prompt students who weigh up to 250 pounds, physically escort students and conduct physical containment of students in accordance with PRO-ACT, CPI, and/or other behavioral intervention system principles. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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