Special Education Teacher / Education Specialist - Mild/Mod
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onUniversity Avenue & Runnymede Street, University Avenue, East Palo Alto, San Mateo County, California, 94303, United States
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California
We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students across East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. We serve a diverse population where 79% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students' diversity.
About the Role
As a Special Education Teacher at KIPP, you play a key role in bringing to life the academic and cultural visions of our schools. You will lead and manage the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP) in accordance with state and federal law, providing specialized academic instruction and behavior intervention services through various models including co-teaching, push-in, pull-out, and one-to-one support.
Your day involves collaborating closely with the school's Leadership Team, Instructional Coaches, and general education colleagues to ensure students are learning and growing. You will develop daily and long-term lesson plans that align with students' individualized needs and KIPP's mission, while collecting and analyzing data to monitor progress and inform instruction. Beyond academics, you will implement Social Emotional Learning lessons and Restorative Practices to create a joyful, inclusive classroom community where every student feels safe to learn and achieve.
We are deeply committed to creating an anti-racist school community. As part of this mission, you will engage in ongoing development to reflect on your own identities and experiences, analyzing school systems and culture to address the needs of our community. You will be supported by professional development, coaching, and collaboration to continue growing in your instructional practices.
Hiring Process
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking the apply button on this page. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Equal Opportunity
KIPP Northern California is an equal opportunity employer. We value the dedication, hard work, and passion that our teachers bring each day and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
University Avenue & Runnymede Street, University Avenue, East Palo Alto, San Mateo County, California, 94303, United States
East Palo Alto, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCollaborate with stakeholders to develop measurable annual goals for academic, behavior, and social emotional needs
- check_circleProvide specialized academic instruction and behavior intervention services through various service models
- check_circleCollect and analyze data to monitor student progress and inform instructional practices
- check_circleCollaborate with general education colleagues to differentiate and modify student learning materials
- check_circleTrain general education teachers and paraeducators to support instruction delivery
- check_circleImplement culturally responsive classroom management strategies to ensure a safe learning environment
- check_circleUpdate and maintain digital and physical special education records including IEP documents and progress reports
- check_circleMaintain a positive, inclusive learning environment incorporating Restorative Practices and social emotional learning
Requirements
- verifiedB.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution
- verifiedValid teaching credential in desired subject OR Eligibility for Provisional Internship Permit OR Eligibility for Short Term Staff Permit
- verifiedCPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- verifiedProficient knowledge of Google Suite applications
- verifiedAbility to learn and utilize instructional technology (Zoom, Nearpod)
Nice to Have
Experience as an educator teaching students with similar demographics to our KIPP Public Schools Northern California student community
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A Special Education Teacher / Education Specialist - Mild/Mod at KIPP Public Schools Northern California is responsible for the following: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop measurable annual goals for academic, behavior, and social emotional needs; Provide specialized academic instruction and behavior intervention services through various service models; Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and inform instructional practices; and Collaborate with general education colleagues to differentiate and modify student learning materials.
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KIPP Public Schools Northern California is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution; Valid teaching credential in desired subject OR Eligibility for Provisional Internship Permit OR Eligibility for Short Term Staff Permit; CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross; Proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications; and Ability to learn and utilize instructional technology (Zoom, Nearpod).
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Special Education Teacher / Education Specialist - Mild/Mod at KIPP Public Schools Northern California is based in University Avenue & Runnymede Street, University Avenue, East Palo Alto, San Mateo County, California, 94303, United States. This is a on-site role.
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