Special Education Teacher - Moderate to Severe (2026-2027 School Year) at California Online Public Schools - San Joaquin County
Application Deadline
7/17/2026 2:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/7/2026
Contact
Careers California Online Public Schools
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$83,416.04 -
$114,166.09
Semi-Monthly
Length of Work Year
10 Month
Employment Type
Full Time
About the Employer
Since 2004, California Online Public Schools (CalOPS) has welcomed students into its virtual classrooms as a network of six tuition-free online public schools. Upholding its commitment to believing, connecting, and empowering all with empathy, the school strives to help students learn positive lifelong strategies for a successful future.
Driven by a mission that prioritizes growth opportunities beyond academia and powered by the curriculum flexibility of a charter school, the WASC-accredited schools guarantee students receive the highest quality education.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher has the specific responsibility to plan and implement a learning environment which meets the unique needs of our special education students in an Independent Study virtual setting; will instruct special education students in accordance with established policies and procedures; develop and implement IEP goals, and assess students, assign duties to classified personnel, oversee the classified staffs' interaction with students, provide input to the Administration concerning the performance of students assigned to their classroom or program, and perform other duties as required by law.
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid California Credential in Special Education, Moderate to Severe, with appropriate authorization.
Possess a CLAD or BCLAD authorization.
Possess Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Authorization.
Please attach the following documents with your application:
Resume
Copy of credential must include document number
Employment history is required to comply with AB 2534 requirements.
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid California Credential in Special Education, Moderate to Severe, with appropriate authorization.
Possess a CLAD or BCLAD authorization.
Possess Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Authorization.
Please attach the following documents with your application:
Resume
Copy of credential must include document number
Employment history is required to comply with AB 2534 requirements.
Comments and Other Information
SparkHire digital interviews will be sent on a rolling basis to candidates who meet the requirements.
Applicants from California are encouraged to apply.
This is a remote position open to candidates who reside in California.
This position is eligible for benefits, including CalSTRS and a 401(k). Additional details will be provided during onboarding.
This position will commence on August 18, 2026.
The application will close on July 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Interviews for the selected candidates are scheduled to take place on July 23, 2026.
Please note: We cannot accept applications from candidates holding temporary county certificates, pending credentials, out-of-state credentials, intern credentials, expired credentials, emergency or short-term staff permits, or credentials that are still in process. Applicants must meet all credential requirements at the time of application to be considered. If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a background check.
California Online Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
California Online Public Schools is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with California’s Pay Transparency requirements (Labor Code §432.3 and SB 1162), we provide a clear pay scale for every job posting and internal job description.
Pay Scale Disclosure:
For each position, we publish the salary range or hourly wage range that the organization reasonably expects to pay for that role at the time of posting. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, education, training, credentials, internal equity, budget, and organizational needs.
Comments and Other Information
SparkHire digital interviews will be sent on a rolling basis to candidates who meet the requirements.
Applicants from California are encouraged to apply.
This is a remote position open to candidates who reside in California.
This position is eligible for benefits, including CalSTRS and a 401(k). Additional details will be provided during onboarding.
This position will commence on August 18, 2026.
The application will close on July 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Interviews for the selected candidates are scheduled to take place on July 23, 2026.
Please note: We cannot accept applications from candidates holding temporary county certificates, pending credentials, out-of-state credentials, intern credentials, expired credentials, emergency or short-term staff permits, or credentials that are still in process. Applicants must meet all credential requirements at the time of application to be considered. If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a background check.
California Online Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
California Online Public Schools is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with California’s Pay Transparency requirements (Labor Code §432.3 and SB 1162), we provide a clear pay scale for every job posting and internal job description.
Pay Scale Disclosure:
For each position, we publish the salary range or hourly wage range that the organization reasonably expects to pay for that role at the time of posting. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, education, training, credentials, internal equity, budget, and organizational needs.
Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.
- CalSTRS Info for New Educators
Salary : $83,416 - $114,166
