Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher, Mod​/Severe; ESN; Education Specialist

Make $55-$65 per hour

(Approximate daily range)

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$55 to $65/hr, paid weekly | Monday to Friday, full school days | Long-term through June | Richmond, CA

West Contra Costa Unified needs credentialed special education teachers to lead Moderate/Severe (Extensive Support Needs) self-contained SDC classrooms through the end of the school year in June. You’ll teach students with extensive support needs, case manage their IEPs, and give one class a steady teacher for the rest of the year. No relocation needed, and when the assignment ends, you stay on as a Swing sub with access to other day-to-day and long-term requests near you.

• Teach in a self-contained classroom: Plan and teach lessons for students with extensive support needs, matched to each student’s IEP goals.
• Case manage IEPs: Write and update IEPs, track progress, and lead IEP meetings to keep students in compliance.
• Adapt instruction: Modify lessons and materials, including functional and life skills, so each student can take part and make progress.
• Lead your classroom team: Direct instructional aides and keep routines and behavior support plans consistent.
• Work with the team: Share updates with families, related service providers, and school staff.

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Credential (required): A valid California Education Specialist credential or permit. A Moderate/Severe credential is the best fit for these classrooms.
• IEP experience (required): Hands-on experience writing and managing IEPs.
• Experience (a big plus): Teaching students with extensive support needs.
• Clearances: A background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) and a quick TB risk assessment. Live Scan cost reimbursed in your paycheck after your 10th day worked.

• Location: On-site at West Contra Costa Unified schools in the Richmond area. An easy commute from El Cerrito, San Pablo, and Pinole.
• Schedule: Full school days, Monday through Friday, through June.
• Start date: Expected in late November.
• After the assignment: Keep working as a Swing sub and pick up other available requests that fit your schedule.
• Getting oriented: You’ll learn your classroom, caseload, and student needs at check-in on day one.
• Pay: $55 to $65 per hour, paid weekly every Friday.
• Employment type: W-2 employee with access to medical and 401(k) options.
• Referral bonus: $100 when you refer a friend.
• Priority access: Show up consistently and you may earn Swing Hero status, giving you first look at local requests.
• Free training: Skill-building resources to grow your confidence in the classroom.

West Contra Costa Unified serves students in Richmond, San Pablo, El Cerrito, Pinole, Hercules, and nearby communities, with special education programs across multiple grade levels.