Full-Time Special Education Teacher (Mod/Severe, Elementary) | Santa Rosa, CA

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for a full-time Moderate/Severe elementary position in Santa Rosa, CA for the 2026–2027 school year. This position is ideal for an educator experienced in supporting students with extensive support needs in a combination-grade classroom setting.

Position Details

• Location: Santa Rosa, CA
• Duration: 2026–27 School Year
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Grade Level: Elementary combination class (grades 1–3 or 3–5)
• Setting: Moderate/Severe (Extensive Support Needs) classroom
• Number of Positions: 1

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to elementary students with moderate to severe disabilities in a combination-grade classroom.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, including goal writing, progress monitoring, and documentation.
• Differentiate instruction across multiple grade levels and skill levels within the same classroom.
• Design and adapt instruction in communication, functional, academic, social, and adaptive skills.
• Implement behavior support plans and positive behavioral strategies.
• Direct and collaborate with paraprofessionals and classroom support staff.
• Collaborate with families, general education teachers, related-service providers, and school teams.

Requirements

• Active California CTC Education Specialist credential authorizing Moderate/Severe or Extensive Support Needs (ESN). Required.
• Previous experience working with students with moderate to severe disabilities, preferably at the elementary level.
• Experience managing multi-grade instruction and working with classroom support staff preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work full-time for the 2026–27 school year.

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.34 to $50.34. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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