Part TIme Special Education High School Teacher (Mild/Mod Credential) - begins 8/2026 at Mardan School
About the Employer
Mardan is a not for profit school for students in grades K through 12 with special academic, social, and emotional needs. We are located in Irvine CA. Our mission is to improve the academic and emotional well-being of any child who struggles with learning, social, and/or emotional challenges. We provide a safe, therapeutic learning environment that teaches the academic, social, and coping skills needed for students to experience success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Job Description: Part-time Teacher position in a special education classroom of up to 12 students with social/emotional, learning, and behavioral issues, with paraprofessional assistance. 2-3 Courses per day, including history and science.
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Mardan School is a non-profit, non-public special day school for bright children with social, emotional, and/or learning difficulties located in Irvine, CA. The maximum class size is 12, with a full-time assistant teacher.
Candidates must possess a California Education Specialist (Mild/Mod) credential with Autism Authorization. Strong experience and/or knowledge in behavior management and positive behavior support techniques is REQUIRED.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include:
* * 403b plan
* SEP/IRA contribution by employer after 3 years of employment
*10 paid leave days
Mardan operates on an 11-month school year. For more information on the school and population served, please visit our website: http://www.mardanschool.org.
To be considered for this position, the applicant must submit ALL required documents; please read the posting carefully for instructions: (The applicant will also be required to submit proof of negative TB status and fingerprinting clearance to be hired.)
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume
3) Mardan Job Application (PDF available here: https://www.mardanschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/APPLICATIONFOREMPLOYMENT-Jan-2026-Version-FILL-IN-FORM.pdf)
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Valid Mild/Moderate Special Ed Permit w/ autism authorization
PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION/ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS CAREFULLY BEFORE CONSIDERING APPLYING! Complete applications will include, at a minimum:
- Letter of Introduction
- Paper Application (can be found at https://www.mardanschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/APPLICATIONFOREMPLOYMENT-Jan-2026-Version-FILL-IN-FORM.pdf)
- Resume
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Valid Mild/Moderate Special Ed Permit w/ autism authorization
PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION/ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS CAREFULLY BEFORE CONSIDERING APPLYING! Complete applications will include, at a minimum:
- Letter of Introduction
- Paper Application (can be found at https://www.mardanschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/APPLICATIONFOREMPLOYMENT-Jan-2026-Version-FILL-IN-FORM.pdf)
- Resume
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate
Comments and Other Information
Additional requirements for final hiring:
1) Proof of negative TB status
2) Fingerprinting clearance
3) Completion of new hire training with passing scores on tests
4) Background check
Comments and Other Information
Additional requirements for final hiring:
1) Proof of negative TB status
2) Fingerprinting clearance
3) Completion of new hire training with passing scores on tests
4) Background check
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/30/2026
Contact
Terrie Gero-Smead
(949) 733-1500
(949) 733-1500
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
18,000 - 22,000 Annually
18,000 - 22,000 Annually
Length of Work Year
August 17 - July 16 annually
Employment Type
Part Time