26-27 Education Specialist/Special Education Teacher at Caliber Public Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
Title: Education Specialist Division: Elementary School (TK-4th)/ Middle School (5th-8th) Location: ChangeMakers Academy (Vallejo) Reports to: Program Specialist Status: Full-time, Exempt, (During the Academic Year) We are looking for compassionate, exceptional educators to join our special education team! You’ll work collectively with your grade level colleagues and SpEd team to support our SpEd students in reaching their academic and life goals. You will use data to drive your instruction, consistently assessing and reassessing student learning to ensure each child’s personalized learning plan addresses their unique needs and goals for growth. You will support your students’ holistic development by implementing social-emotional programming including Restorative Justice, Mindfulness and PBIS – Positive Behavior Intervention Supports. You will build meaningful relationships with families because you believe they are partners, and play a critical role in student success. You will also receive weekly training and support through high-quality professional development and tailored one-on-one coaching. Essential Job Functions: -Develop & implement Individualized Education Programs. -Review student records and document service delivery. -Assess students’ academic and behavioral needs. -Write academic reports, present levels of performance, goals, and Behavior Intervention Plans. -Engage in the decision-making process regarding special education placement of students. -Participate in Individualized Education Program meetings. -Communicate regularly with parents and care providers to promote generalization of skills to the home environment. -Plan, organize, and schedule calendar for IEP meetings, initial and triennial evaluations. -Meet with instructional staff for the purpose of planning, evaluating or problem solving student needs and interventions. -Prepare material specifically designed for the benefit of individual students...
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Education: -Bachelor’s Degree -Valid California State Teaching Credential or equivalent and transferable teaching license from another state -Intern credential accepted Other Qualifications: -Legal authorization to work in the U.S. -Within 60 days of hire, provision of TB (tuberculin) clearance, as mandated by the California Education Code -CA DOJ and FBI fingerprint (Livescan) clearance prior to the first day of school Preferred Experience: -2 or more years of teaching experience, preferably in a high performing school driving excellent student outcomes. -Experience working with diverse student populations -Experience with social-emotional learning and restorative practices. -Experience integrating technology into the classroom.
Working Conditions: Environment: This job operates in a school/classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard classroom equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, whiteboards, fitness equipment, and Chromebooks, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position classification involves sitting with some walking and standing for extended periods of time. Staff may be required to lift, pull or push objects approximately 50 pounds or less. The employee will encounter exposure to ill students. The position requires mobility to climb, kneel, stoop, crawl, reach and bend, and accurate perceiving of sound; near and far vision with the ability to read small print; depth dexterity; and the providing of oral information and direction. The position is primarily located at a school site with outside supervision and some district office visits. The employee will frequently work independently with high work volume and tight deadlines.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Education: -Bachelor’s Degree -Valid California State Teaching Credential or equivalent and transferable teaching license from another state -Intern credential accepted Other Qualifications: -Legal authorization to work in the U.S. -Within 60 days of hire, provision of TB (tuberculin) clearance, as mandated by the California Education Code -CA DOJ and FBI fingerprint (Livescan) clearance prior to the first day of school Preferred Experience: -2 or more years of teaching experience, preferably in a high performing school driving excellent student outcomes. -Experience working with diverse student populations -Experience with social-emotional learning and restorative practices. -Experience integrating technology into the classroom.
Working Conditions: Environment: This job operates in a school/classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard classroom equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, whiteboards, fitness equipment, and Chromebooks, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position classification involves sitting with some walking and standing for extended periods of time. Staff may be required to lift, pull or push objects approximately 50 pounds or less. The employee will encounter exposure to ill students. The position requires mobility to climb, kneel, stoop, crawl, reach and bend, and accurate perceiving of sound; near and far vision with the ability to read small print; depth dexterity; and the providing of oral information and direction. The position is primarily located at a school site with outside supervision and some district office visits. The employee will frequently work independently with high work volume and tight deadlines.
Comments and Other Information
Caliber Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Questions? Email careers@caliberschools.org
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@caliberschools.org
Comments and Other Information
Caliber Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Questions? Email careers@caliberschools.org
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@caliberschools.org
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/9/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$63,000 - $108,000 Annually
$63,000 - $108,000 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
*Scales are based on years of experience and expertise and are competitive with other charter school organizations and local districts.
Length of Work Year
2026-2027
Employment Type
Full Time