Extensive Support Needs Teacher (2026/27 School Year)

NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION: 

-Letter of Introduction
-Resume (Full Work History)
-Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) current (all dated within the last 3 years), professional letters (one must be from a current or former direct supervisor)
-Copy of Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all college/university transcripts
-Credential Copy: Credential Copy (Proof of valid, current, and appropriate California teaching credential as a PDF print out from CTC (copy should reflect dates of issuance and expiration)
-English Learner Authorization (If not embedded in credential, provide a copy of CLAD, CTEL or equivalent) if applicable

Please note: All required documents must be submitted at the time of application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. 

Extensive Support Needs Teacher

Job Description

 

Reports To:  Special Education Program Specialist (or designee)

FLSA Status: Exempt

School Classification: Certificated

Pay Schedule: Range 7 ($79,424 -$99,473)

Work Schedule: 190 days/11 months

Location: Onsite and Remote Office  

 

Position Summary:  The Extensive Support Needs Teacher provides instruction at the elementary, middle, high school and/or adult transition level to students who require remedial and specialized assistance in pre-academic, academic, social emotional, behavioral, adaptive behavior, daily living, pre-vocational, college and career skill areas; and plans, develops, organizes and implements comprehensive individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with a variety of disabilities. School staff will rely on theExtensive Support Needs Teacher to provide consultation and educational services within the area of special education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

 

1. Completes thorough initial evaluations, additional assessments, and reevaluations in alignment with state and federal guidelines as well as department guidelines, and develops legally compliant IEPs and assessment reports
2. Uses comprehensive assessment results in developing an  appropriate IEP  to accommodate the wide variety of individual needs of each student
3. Provides appropriate instruction both individually and in small groups as well as other special education supports to students whose needs have been identified in an IEP
4. Utilizes functional skills curriculum and/or core curriculum with modifications to develop lesson plans to instruct/remediate identified learning deficits and make progress toward agreed upon goals
5. Creates, develops, and provides student specific materials when needed
6. Provides consultation to parents regarding the utilization of curriculum and implementation of instructional strategies
7. Administers school-approved curriculum benchmark/progress monitoring assessments
8. Develops, schedules, leads, and participates in IEP meetings
9. Consults with various school team members, parents, outside service providers regarding student assessments, specialized instruction, accommodations and modifications, and behavior management techniques 
10. Coordinates IEP services as needed
11. Maintains records and reports, and completes frequent progress monitoring that are required by the school, state and/or federal regulations.
12. Develops positive relationships and rapport with all staff members members
13. Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with all other school personnel and parents while maintaining confidentiality at all times
14. Participates in staff and program development 
15.  Plans and coordinates the work of assigned paraprofessionals as well as provides training in order for the paraprofessionals to work effectively with students
16. Provides services to students in public locations and/or in-home
17. Coordinates, schedules, and proctors assessment during testing periods

 

Other Duties:

1. Responds to all school related communication within 24 business hours
2. Documents and refers to the school’s management all formal disciplinary actions involving students; supporting management with addressing and resolving complaints from students and parents in a timely manner; ensuring compliance with the provisions of California Penal Code Section 11166 (Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act)
3. Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE 

 

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