Teacher, Special Education (Moderate/Severe) - Hillview at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
OCDE is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to serve as Special Education, Teacher. Our Special Education program operates year round and is designed to provide functional instruction for students between the ages of 3 years and 22 years who have been identified as needing intensive educational service. Whenever possible, interaction with non-disabled peers is promoted. We emphasize communication, vocational training, and functional academic skills with an emphasis on behavior and technology instructional supports. Successful candidates will have recent experience working with students with severe developmental, physical, behavioral, and emotional disabilities in an organized setting. Priority will be given to fully credentialed teachers. The school site is Hillview: 19061 Foothill Boulevard, Santa Ana, CA 92705.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Bachelor's degree or above from a regionally accredited college or university. • Meet the Basic Skills Requirement per CTC. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Valid California Credential authorizing instruction in Special Education for students with moderate/severe disabilities. • Authorization to provide instruction for ELD and SDAIE to English learners.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Bachelor's degree or above from a regionally accredited college or university. • Meet the Basic Skills Requirement per CTC. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Valid California Credential authorizing instruction in Special Education for students with moderate/severe disabilities. • Authorization to provide instruction for ELD and SDAIE to English learners.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
10/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/28/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$332.89 - $650.93 Daily
$332.89 - $650.93 Daily
Length of Work Year
Up to 205 days
Employment Type
Full Time
PAN #
2517
Supervisor
Christa Paul