Special Education Teacher - El Cerrito, CA

### Special Education Teacher - El Cerrito, CAACTIVELiri Care Posted  by Liri Care
• 2 days ago

Location:

US, California

Employment Type:

Full time Salary Range:
$45 - $50

Description:

Location:

El Cerrito, CA    Position:
Full-Time Special Education Teacher    Setting:
In-Person, School-Based    Caseload:
Up to 28 students    Compensation: $45 - $55 on W2    Requirements:
California Special Education Credential and English Learner Authorization    ABOUT

THE ROLE    Liri Care is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher to support students at a school in El Cerrito, California.
This is a fully in-person, school-based position supporting students with individualized learning needs. The assignment includes a caseload capped at approximately 28 students.
You’ll work closely with students, general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to provide individualized instruction, implement IEPs, monitor student progress, and help students make meaningful academic and developmental gains.
WHY LIRICARE    At Liri Care, we’re building long-term careers and partnerships that matter. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Transparent communication:
Clear expectations and straightforward communication throughout the hiring process.
- W-2 or 1099 flexibility:
Choose the employment structure available for the position that works best for you.
- Liri AI:
Reduce time spent on documentation and administrative tasks so you can focus more of your day on supporting students.
- Built-in professional community:
Connect with educators, therapists, and special education professionals for peer support and professional discussion.
- Marketplace earnings:
Share your own professional resources and keep 96% of every sale.
- Responsive support:
Our school services team remains available throughout your assignment to assist with onboarding, communication, and day-to-day needs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)    - Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies based on individual student needs
- Monitor academic, behavioral, and functional progress
- Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and required documentation
- Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with families and school teams
- Work closely with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers
- Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior supports as outlined in student plans
- Support an inclusive and structured learning environment
- Maintain compliance with state and federal special education requirements    WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education, Special Education, or a related field
- Active California Special Education teaching credential
- English Learner (EL) Authorization
- Ability to work full-time and in person in El Cerrito, California
- Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring
- Understanding of California special education requirements and practices
- Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs preferred
- Ability to complete all school-required background checks and onboarding requirements    ABOUT THE ASSIGNMENT    This is an opportunity to work directly with students in a school-based setting while maintaining a manageable caseload capped at approximately 28 students.
The position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students, collaborate closely with multidisciplinary school teams, and provide individualized support that helps students progress academically, socially, and functionally.
Liri Care celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all educators and clinicians. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.