Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher (Mild/Mod or Mod/Severe)

Creative Learning Center is a state‑certified, K‑12 private day school in California for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurological disorders. It is part of the LEARN Academy, a national leader in special education, academic intervention, and behavioral services for autism.

Base pay: $2,000.00/yr – $2,000.00/yr (actual pay based on skills and experience).

• Develop and implement student Individual Education Plans, individualized curriculum, and lesson plans.
• Implement instructional activities that promote a climate of meaningful learning.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet diverse learning styles and special needs.
• Assess changing curricular needs and propose improvement plans.
• Create a positive environment encouraging active student engagement.
• Collaborate with a team of OT's, SLP's, BCBA's, and supervisors.

• Valid California Special Education Credential or enrollment in a certification program.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s preferred or intern student in Special Education program.
• Autism‑specific or related certificate preferred, accepted with another teaching credential.
• Previous experience with students with autism preferred.
• Spanish speaking a plus; not required.
• Physical ability to assume a variety of postures (stoop, reach, stand, kneel, squat, sit, walk, lift, pull, grasp) for extended periods.
• Willingness and ability to implement safety measures consistent with PCMA, including therapeutic holds and transportation procedures during crisis situations.

• Small classroom sizes (max of 12 students)
• 12‑month employment with paid breaks
• Classroom support from Behavior Technicians and BCBA's
• Competitive compensation plan
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans
• Tuition assistance reimbursement (up to $2,000 per year)
• Referral bonuses
• Certification supervision available for candidates seeking BCBA or teaching credential internships

CLC is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast‑to‑coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates must be presently eligible to work in the United States.