Special Education Teacher SIGN-ON BONUS

Job Summary

AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit educational organization with a rich 60+ year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California. We serve students with complex learning and emotional challenges. Our students possess a range of abilities, and we focus on skill development to help our students transition to progressively more independent learning environments. We strive to create joy in learning and to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

DESCRIPTION
This is a full-time, exempt, position that reports to the Director of Education.

You are a Special Education Teacher with a passion for innovation and creativity. You strive to meet the needs of complex learners with your positive perspectives and through multi-disciplinary collaboration. You are mission-driven and committed to uphold AchieveKids’ values and beliefs to help students achieve the maximum possible self-reliance and quality of life. You are dedicated to supporting students’ transition to less restrictive environments and in finding success within their communities.

Requirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Special Education Teaching Credential* (mild-moderate or moderate-severe) and/or ability to obtain college internship or valid CA credential
*We provide assistance to out-of-state applicants.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with team to maintain academic integrity and aligned learning of planned lessons, learning experiences, and ongoing success for students
• Strong understanding of social-emotional development, positive behavior support, and classroom management skills
• Design, implement, and facilitate a variety of educational, social, and emotional learning experiences/methods that meet classroom needs
• Ability to learn technology patterns that organize instructional materials and data-gathering
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision

Knowledge and ability to apply all health and safety regulations to minimize and mitigate risks in the provision of student care and environmental maintenance.
Critical thinking skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance as this position may drive as an essential function
Clean California DMV record required
Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint background check
TB Clearance

• District Intern Credential - Mild/Moderate
OR District Intern Credential - Moderate/Severe

• Provisional Internship Permit - Mild/Moderate
OR Provisional Internship Permit - Moderate/Severe

• 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
• Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate (with Autism Authorization)
OR Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe

Comments and Other Information

Interns and Credentialed Educators are eligible to apply.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Generous Total Rewards Package!
7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
Retirement plan with generous company match
Scholarship and Grant opportunities
Tuition and professional development assistance
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
EAP, Travel Assistance, Will/Trust Preparation Services, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program, and more!
A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!

Apply online at https://www.achievekids.org/career-opportunities