Special Education Teacher (Elementary) at Devereux California
Job Summary
Job Summary
Devereux Day Academy – Laguna Hills is seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to serve students in an elementary autism classroom. This role focuses on delivering structured, evidence-based instruction designed to meet the academic, social, communication, and behavioral needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Educational Specialist creates a safe, predictable, and supportive learning environment, collaborates with multidisciplinary team members and families, and implements individualized programming that promotes student growth, independence, and positive outcomes within a therapeutic educational setting. We Offer: Compensation of $70,000 - $75,000 per year. A multi-disciplinary supportive environment - great for those new to the field! A supportive teaching environment - small classes and small ratios. Strength-based approaches emphasizing positive behavioral supports. Paid Training & Professional Development Quality Low-Cost Benefits with ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT learn more here. Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment! Education: Bachelor’s degree and a valid California Mild/Moderate Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential, added Authorization Autism Spectrum Disorder (AAAS) or California Moderate/Severe Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential. Experience: Special Education instruction experience required. Experience working with students on the Autism Spectrum preferred. Experience with IEP documents and the IEP process. Strong classroom management skills. Strong communication skills. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy fo
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and a valid California Mild/Moderate Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential, added Authorization Autism Spectrum Disorder (AAAS) or California Moderate/Severe Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential.
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and a valid California Mild/Moderate Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential, added Authorization Autism Spectrum Disorder (AAAS) or California Moderate/Severe Disabilities Educational Specialist Instruction Credential.