Middle School Education Specialist (Special Education Teacher Mild/Moderate)

Summary: High Tech High is an integrated network of charter schools in San Diego County, California, dedicated to equity and personalized education. They are seeking a Middle School Education Specialist to support students with disabilities in general education settings, focusing on developing and supervising Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and collaborating with teachers and families. Responsibilities: - Provide individuals instruction and support to students with special needs in a general education setting - Support general education teachers by developing related goals and objectives, planning, and implementation strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs - Provide accommodations for students with individual needs to encourage learning and success - Identifies and supports students’ social, emotional and behavioral learning needs - Implements Project-based Learning techniques and strategies - Facilitates and designs effective group work amongst students - Fosters student growth through semi-annual Student-led Conferences (SLC) and Presentations of Learning (POL) - Scaffolds instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities - Creates relevant and authentic learning experiences - Provides opportunities for student engagement through 'Voice and Choice' - Implements backward design to align all lessons, activities and assessments - Designs formal and informal assessments that measure student progress Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree required - Basic Skills (CBEST) - California or Out-of-State/Country Credential - Valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential or Out-of-state teaching license Preferred Qualifications: - 1+ year working with students as a Teacher, Intern, or Academic Coach preferred - English Learner Authorization, or CLAD, preferred Required Skills: Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), California Common Core Standards, Project-based Learning, Backward Design, Formal and Informal Assessments, California Education Specialist Teaching Credential, CBEST, Emotional Support, Diversity Management, English Learner Authorization or CLAD Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance (elective), AFLAC supplemental insurance (elective), Section 125 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (elective), California State Teacher Retirement Plan (CalSTRS) (mandatory), 403(b) Plan and group life insurance (elective), No cost after-care for K-8 HTH students of staff members, No cost Teacher Induction for certificated staff