Special Education Teacher - ESN (Moderate/Severe) at Vista Hill / Stein Education Center

Application Deadline

9/13/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
7/15/2026
Contact
Jenel Munoz
619-281-5511 X 491
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Single Rate
$70,720.00 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$70,720 to start. May be increased based on experience and education.
Length of Work Year
12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Stein Education PERKS
Stein Education PERKS • Employer-paid benefits, including medical (Sharp), dental (Delta Dental/Delta Care), and vision (VSP) and life & disability insurance for self. • Paid sick leave. • 10 personal days a school year. • Paid holidays. • Paid school breaks ~ Summer 3 weeks, Winter 2 weeks and Spring 1 week. • Employer-paid pension (6%) – 401a. • 403b • Shorter school day, as dismissal is at 1:30 PM, allowing for additional planning time. • Flexibility in schedule. • Supported by a full-time Te
Job Description/Essential Elements
Provide appropriate effective educational programs for students assigned to the classroom. Create appropriate and effective behavioral programs for assigned students. Maintain educational and behavioral records for each student in the class. Prepare reports for each student as required. Supervise, train and discipline the classroom aides assigned to the teacher. Maintain staff records. Prepare student progress reports and IEPs as needed. Work cooperatively with other teachers to review be

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Education Specialist – Extensive Support Needs provides specialized academic and functional instruction, intensive behavior support, and case management for a caseload of students with IEPs. This role includes assessment, IEP and BIP development, ongoing collaboration with related service providers, coaching and supervising paraprofessional staff, and regular communication with families and district partners.

Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   
  • Provide appropriate effective educational programs for students assigned to the classroom.
  • Create appropriate and effective behavioral programs for assigned students.
  • Maintain educational and behavioral records for each student in the class.
  • Prepare reports for each student as required.
  • Supervise, train and discipline the classroom aides assigned to the teacher.
  • Maintain staff records.
  • Prepare student progress reports and IEPs as needed.
  • Work cooperatively with other teachers to review behavior management strategies and share educational programming ideas.
  • Maintain communication with parents, guardians, group home personnel, school district personnel and other involved parties.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and Department of Education requirements.
  • Prepare for the certification reviews by the California Department of Education.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications • Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Extensive Support Needs (ESN, formerly mod/sev), or eligibility for appropriate intern/provisional credential. • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field. • Experience working with students with disabilities who have extensive support needs and intensive behavioral support needs in specialized, therapeutic, or NPS settings. • Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and collaborative practices within multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications • Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Extensive Support Needs (ESN, formerly mod/sev), or eligibility for appropriate intern/provisional credential. • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field. • Experience working with students with disabilities who have extensive support needs and intensive behavioral support needs in specialized, therapeutic, or NPS settings. • Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and collaborative practices within multidisciplinary teams.

Comments and Other Information

Comments and Other Information Work Environment and Supports- • Small class sizes with high staff to student ratios. • Access to on site behavior and clinical support teams, including consultation and crisis support. • Ongoing professional development in ESN instruction, positive behavior support, and staff wellness. Please send resumes to - jmunoz@vistahill.org

Comments and Other Information


Comments and Other Information Work Environment and Supports- • Small class sizes with high staff to student ratios. • Access to on site behavior and clinical support teams, including consultation and crisis support. • Ongoing professional development in ESN instruction, positive behavior support, and staff wellness. Please send resumes to - jmunoz@vistahill.org