Special Education Teacher K - 12 at PACE - Pacific Autism Center for Education

Application Deadline

12/31/2020 12:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
7/9/2020
Contact
Kurt Ohlfs
408.625.6171
Number of Openings
1

Add'l Salary Info

$58,583K to $85,497K DOE
Length of Work Year
Year-Round
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   

Make a Difference and Teach in Special Education!

Pacific Autism Center for Education is currently in search of a Special Education Teacher with Moderate-to-Severe teaching credential or autism authorization. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate that is able to work full time with mod-to-severe autistic students from ages 6 to 22. PACE is a certified non-profit, non-public school that implements a multi-disciplinary team approach, combining therapeutic and educational strategies to optimize the student’s academic and developmental progress. PACE is also independnetly WASC Accredited

As a special education teacher at PACE you will be given the opportunity to work in a team oriented environment which is composed of a teacher, behaviorist, team leader, instructional aides, occupational therapists and speech language pathologist. We are committed to our multi-disciplinary and cutting edge ideology which fosters growth for all individuals involved in the teaching team, as well as, for our students. PACE continues to search for new ideas which could be incorporated to our ever growing and progressive program that we have developed and will continue to develop to better assist our student body population.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Develop, plan and write students IEPs
- Be Knowledgeable about all student IEP information
- Plan and lead all daily activities to help students achieve their IEP goals
- Write and maintain all information and data collection forms in each students communication and personal information binders
- Perform managerial duties necessary to ensure that Instructional Aid staff follow all policy and procedures, in the class room, as well as, the school as a whole
- Prepare students report cards
- Attend and participate in all required meetings
- Prepare and lead weekly classroom meetings
- Maintain on going communication with each students’ parents
- Write monthly progress notes for each student to be sent to parents.

Requirements & Qualifications:

- California Special Education Credential (Moderate/Severe) or autism authorization.  Interns encouraged to also apply.
- Minimum Requirements are BA + CBEST + Credential Waiver (Must be enrolled in accredited program for special education credentialing for internship possibilities)
- (Preferred) Masters’ Degree in Special Education or related Education Field.
- Experience in working with children with Autsim or related field, or the desire to work in this field.
- Strong organization and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.


- Customer focused approach.
- High degree of flexibility.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment.
- Technologically Savvy
- Occasional travel.

What is in it for you?

- Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- AD&D and LTD Insurance
- 403b opportunity
- The opportunity to make an extreme difference in someone’s life.

Contact Information:

All interested incumbents please send your resume, salary requirement information, and your cover letter to: kurtohlfs@pacificautism.org . Please write “SpEd” in the subject line. You may also apply in person by bringing the above required material to The PACE Administration Location, that is located at 1880 Pruneridge Ave, Santa Clara CA, 95050 or you may apply via fax at 408-490-2755. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me directly, Kurt Ohlfs, Executive Director, at 408-625-6171 or via e-mail.

More About PACE:

PACE is a private, nonprofit school serving children with autism. The school is established as a state certified Nonpublic School by the California Department of Education. PACE is a WASC Certified and is able to provide internship support for students enrolled in a Moderate to Severe Special Education Program through an accredited College or University.

You may learn more about PACE by visiting our website at www.pacificautism.org .

Pacific Autism Center for Education is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, disability or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

PACE is growing!
PACE is a K-12 school providing high-quality programs for individuals with autism and associated developmental disabilities.. We’re looking for a dynamic special education teacher to join our K-12 school campus in Santa Clara. Make a difference and be a part of our supportive team! PACE is a great place to work and offers competitive medical, dental, vision benefits; 5-15 vacation days, paid sick days; holidays and paid school closure days; 403(b) retirement plan; staff enrichment programs; Life and Long Term Disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program and Worldwide Travel Assistance. The Special Education Teacher works closely with an inter-disciplinary team comprised of an SLP, OT and certified behaviorist who are all working exclusively with the K-12 school. Our Special Education Teachers have exceptional paraprofessional support in a mostly 1:1 environment. Essential Job Functions: • Responsible for coordinating a vibrant educational environment and curriculum for a classroom of a small group of students. • Capable of providing developmentally enhanced learning experiences that are designed to support and train the students, staff and parents. • Review and develop functional skills-based curriculum to adapt to the individualized needs of each student. Desired Skills: • California Special Education Credential - Moderate/Severe. (Interns, with Special Education Instruction Certificates, are encouraged to email about options) • (Preferred) Masters’ Degree in Special Education or related Education Field. • Experience in working with children with Autism or similar disabilities is preferred. • Strong desire to lead an inter-disciplinary team with enthusiastic aides.

About PACE: For over 25 years, PACE has offered high-quality services for the educational and residential needs of individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. Specialists in speech and language development, occupational therapy, behavior management and special education instruction work as a team to serve the diverse needs of our students.


      PACE is growing!
      PACE is a K-12 school providing high-quality programs for individuals with autism and associated developmental disabilities.. We’re looking for a dynamic special education teacher to join our K-12 school campus in Santa Clara. Make a difference and be a part of our supportive team! PACE is a great place to work and offers competitive medical, dental, vision benefits; 5-15 vacation days, paid sick days; holidays and paid school closure days; 403(b) retirement plan; staff enrichment programs; Life and Long Term Disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program and Worldwide Travel Assistance. The Special Education Teacher works closely with an inter-disciplinary team comprised of an SLP, OT and certified behaviorist who are all working exclusively with the K-12 school. Our Special Education Teachers have exceptional paraprofessional support in a mostly 1:1 environment. Essential Job Functions: • Responsible for coordinating a vibrant educational environment and curriculum for a classroom of a small group of students. • Capable of providing developmentally enhanced learning experiences that are designed to support and train the students, staff and parents. • Review and develop functional skills-based curriculum to adapt to the individualized needs of each student. Desired Skills: • California Special Education Credential - Moderate/Severe. (Interns, with Special Education Instruction Certificates, are encouraged to email about options) • (Preferred) Masters’ Degree in Special Education or related Education Field. • Experience in working with children with Autism or similar disabilities is preferred. • Strong desire to lead an inter-disciplinary team with enthusiastic aides.

      About PACE: For over 25 years, PACE has offered high-quality services for the educational and residential needs of individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. Specialists in speech and language development, occupational therapy, behavior management and special education instruction work as a team to serve the diverse needs of our students.

          Comments and Other Information

          Comments and Other Information