Resource Specialist Teacher at Para Los Ninos
About the Employer
About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services. Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los Niño’s model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Position Overview The special education teacher plans and conducts educational assessments for students referred as potential candidates for special education services and collaborates with general education teachers to differentiate instruction and pacing for students across multiple grade levels and content areas receiving Resource Specialist services in various settings, such as Learning Centers, general education classrooms, and Resource Specialist classrooms. They coordinate services with general education teachers, DIS providers, classified special education assistants, and Behavior Intervention service providers to ensure the appropriate delivery of student support. As a key member of the IEP team, the teacher maintains records, evaluates student assessments, develops written IEPs, and conducts annual reviews in compliance with legal and procedural requirements. They regularly monitor student progress, conduct ongoing assessments for instructional planning, and refer students to the IEP team when additional support is needed. Additionally, they consult with teachers, administrators, and PLN staff regarding student needs, scheduling, and program planning while also coordinating professional development and in-service education for staff and parents on topics related to disabilities, the IEP process, and legal requirements. The teacher establishes clear behavior expectations, monitors student behavior throughout the school campus, and collects behavioral data to assess progress and needs. PLN utilizes a co-teaching model, placing both a general education teacher and a special education teacher in the classroom to provide an inclusive setting that ensures students with IEPs remain in the least restrictive environment. Paraprofessionals and other support staff may also assist in the classroom, and the teacher incorporates designated textbooks and instructional materials to support student learning.
Requirements / Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university. Possess valid Educational Specialist credential with a valid English Learner authorization and an added autism spectrum disorders authorization or be eligible for Special Education Credential via a University Internship program. We welcome new teachers, yet prefer teachers with any years of experience teaching in a public, charter and/or private school setting. Strong written and oral communication skills in English are required, and we celebrate linguistic diversity, valuing the unique perspectives and strengths that multilingual team members bring to our organization. Travel Requirements: 0 – 10% within Los Angeles County.
Requirements / Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university. Possess valid Educational Specialist credential with a valid English Learner authorization and an added autism spectrum disorders authorization or be eligible for Special Education Credential via a University Internship program. We welcome new teachers, yet prefer teachers with any years of experience teaching in a public, charter and/or private school setting. Strong written and oral communication skills in English are required, and we celebrate linguistic diversity, valuing the unique perspectives and strengths that multilingual team members bring to our organization. Travel Requirements: 0 – 10% within Los Angeles County.
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Application Deadline
6/30/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/3/2024
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$58,880 - $116,378.00 Annually
$58,880 - $116,378.00 Annually
Length of Work Year
10 1/2 months
Employment Type
Full Time