Special Education Teacher

Join Our Team as a Special Education Teacher

New Haven Youth & Family Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Education Teacher to join our school-based program serving at-risk youth with significant behavioral and learning needs.

This is a 225-day school year position.

This role is best suited for an educator who has experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities and who is comfortable in a structured, therapeutic, and highly collaborative school environment. You will deliver individualized instruction while working closely with clinical and support staff to ensure students receive consistent academic, behavioral, and emotional support.

• Deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals using direct instruction, small group, and project-based learning

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Common Core standards

• Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment using effective behavior management strategies

• Serve as case manager for assigned IEPs/ITPs and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams

• Track, document, and report student academic, behavioral, and attendance progress

• Supervise instructional aides and support staff to ensure consistent implementation of student plans

• Participate in team meetings, treatment planning, and school-wide programming

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential (or eligibility to obtain) required

• CLAD Certification (or in progress) required or strongly preferred

• Minimum 2–3 years of teaching experience preferred

• Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities required

• Strong classroom management and ability to engage high-needs student populations

• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

• Comfortable working in a structured, team-based educational setting

• Proficient with basic computer systems (Word, Excel, student data systems)

• Valid California driver’s license and ability to pass required background and fingerprint clearances

• Mission-driven work where education and therapeutic support are integrated

• Collaborative team environment with educators and clinical staff working closely together

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student growth and stability

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), and FSA

• Purposeful work supporting students who benefit from consistency, structure, and supportive adult relationships

Benefits:

New Haven Youth and Family Services is an EOE F/M/Disabled/Vet

Compensation details:  Yearly Salary

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