Middle School Special Education Teacher (1.0 FTE Permanent Position) - 3 positions at Oak Park Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
Middle School Education Specialist: As a part of Oak Park USD’s dedication to advancing inclusive practices and ensuring high-quality educational experiences for all students. We are seeking skilled educators who can: Effectively implement the special education process with professionalism, consistency, and a commitment to serving student needs. Collaboratively co-teach and co-plan across core content areas, including Math and ELA, for grades 6 through 8. Communicate and engage professionally with students, families, and staff to foster effective partnerships in a full inclusion setting. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly skilled and collaborative team of professional educators who share a deep commitment to inclusive practices, student growth, and instructional excellence. We welcome candidates who bring strong teaching expertise, creative problem-solving, and a passion for equitable learning experiences. Positions are for the 2026-2027 School Year. Interviews to take place the week of March 16.
Requirements / Qualifications
*Letter of Introduction *Resume *2-3 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 3 years) *Teaching Credential - Mild Moderate Disabilities with Autism Authorization with the willingness to bridge credential OR Mild to Moderate Support Needs (provide copy with document number) *Copy of transcripts *Response to the following writing prompt: As a teacher in Oak Park, you will support a wide range of learners with varied strengths, needs, and backgrounds. Please describe how your teaching philosophy, practices, and strategies reflect the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create inclusive learning environments that support success for all students. **PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE IS INCLUDED**
Requirements / Qualifications
*Letter of Introduction *Resume *2-3 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 3 years) *Teaching Credential - Mild Moderate Disabilities with Autism Authorization with the willingness to bridge credential OR Mild to Moderate Support Needs (provide copy with document number) *Copy of transcripts *Response to the following writing prompt: As a teacher in Oak Park, you will support a wide range of learners with varied strengths, needs, and backgrounds. Please describe how your teaching philosophy, practices, and strategies reflect the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create inclusive learning environments that support success for all students. **PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE IS INCLUDED**
Comments and Other Information
Equity - The Governing Board believes that the diversity that exists among the district's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the district's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgment that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes.
Why Join OPUSD?
Oak Park Unified is a high-performing district that values instructional excellence, strong relationships, and student well-being. The district invests in its educators through meaningful professional development, collaboration time, and training focused on inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
Staff are supported through thoughtful policies and employee-centered benefits, including access to employee-based enrollment for their children, electric vehicle charging, discounted child care and staff meals, and other site-based resources that support work-life balance.
You will be joining a district where educators are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow. We’re proud to be a place where caring professionals choose to build their careers, and where their contributions make a difference every day.
OAK PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Comments and Other Information
Equity - The Governing Board believes that the diversity that exists among the district's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the district's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgment that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes.
Why Join OPUSD?
Oak Park Unified is a high-performing district that values instructional excellence, strong relationships, and student well-being. The district invests in its educators through meaningful professional development, collaboration time, and training focused on inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
Staff are supported through thoughtful policies and employee-centered benefits, including access to employee-based enrollment for their children, electric vehicle charging, discounted child care and staff meals, and other site-based resources that support work-life balance.
You will be joining a district where educators are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow. We’re proud to be a place where caring professionals choose to build their careers, and where their contributions make a difference every day.
OAK PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Application Deadline
3/12/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/26/2026
Contact
Sue Meskis
818-735-3226
818-735-3226
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
1.0 FTE $60,084- $110,665 (starting salary - up to 15 full-time years experience with teaching credential) - highest range: Class D $71,730 - $134,197
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Full Time