Special Education Teacher Mild/Mod - Remote (2026/27 School Year Job Redlands California USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Special Education Teacher Mild/Mod - Remote (2026/27 School Year)

Special Education Teacher (Mild/Moderate)

The special education 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 the special education teacher to provide consultation and educational services within the area of special education.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

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

Conducts educational assessments related to students' access to the academic core curriculum and progress towards meeting instructional academic goals

Provides appropriate instruction both individually and in small groups and other special education supports to students whose needs have been identified in an IEP and others requested by a special education administrator

Develops, schedules, leads, and participates in the IEP meetings

Consults with various school staff members, parents, outside service providers regarding student assessments, specialized instruction, accommodations and modifications, and behavior management techniques; coordinates IEP services as needed

Maintains records and reports, and completes frequent progress monitoring that is required by the school, state, and/or federal regulations

Develops positive relationships and rapport with all staff members

Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with all other school personnel and parents while maintaining confidentiality at all times

Participates in staff and program development related to the special methods and approaches of providing special education services

Provides direct oversight for paraprofessionals as the credentialed teacher

Attends and actively participates in regional meetings

Provides services to students in public location and/or in-home, if necessary

Proctoring duties as needed during the testing season

Other duties include:

Responds to all school related communication within 24 business hours

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)

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications guide:

A valid, current, and appropriate California state Mild/Moderate Education Specialist credential with an autism added authorization for teaching staff. A copy of teaching credential to be provided and kept current.

Two years of successful teaching experience in special education preferred

Other qualifications:

State and federal background clearance (Live Scan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237)

No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and Human Resources notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance

Proof of a clear TB test or completed tuberculosis risk assessment questionnaire and certificate of completion by a health care professional dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406 and AB 1667) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years

Hold and maintain a valid California Driver's License; proof of automobile insurance; and full time use of a dependable automobile that is insured pursuant to California regulations

Knowledge:

Computer and technology literacy:
Operate office equipment including a calculator, copier, computer and assigned software.

Google docs, Google spreadsheets and other online collaboration tools to send and receive information

Basic arithmetic calculations

Strong content and subject-matter knowledge

Standardized assessment tools for determining special education eligibility

Proficiency in various word processing programs, Special Education Information System (SEIS) and experience using them in a professional capacity

Skills:

Conflict resolution

Record-keeping techniques

Methods of collecting and organizing data and information

Abilities:

Embraces Sage Oak's core values

Maintains integrity at all times

Works independently with little direction

Maintains clear communication and interpersonal skills that maintain a respectful, professional, and courteous manner

Maintains flexible and adaptable mindset

Demonstrates sensitivity to individual differences and cultural backgrounds

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information

Follows established procedures and meets all established deadlines

Physical demands:

Hear and speak to exchange information

Dexterity of hands and fingers

See to read a variety…

Special Education Teacher Mild​/Mod - Remote (2026​/27 School Year

Special Education Teacher Mild/Mod - Remote (2026/27 School Year