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Special Education Teacher at Greenacre Homes & School
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Overview Greenacre Homes and School is seeking a specialized Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction and support for students (boys and young adults ages 6-21) with moderate to severe disabilities in our non-public school (NPS) setting. Our NPS is located on 5 acres overlooking the Laguna in Sebastopol. This role focuses on designing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) while fostering a structured, therapeutic environment that promotes academic, behavioral, and social emotional growth. We are looking for motivated people who want to help make positive changes in the lives of our youth. Grow your skills with our boys who love to learn from the connections they make with our dedicated staff. Must have a desire to work with children and patience. In this dynamic role, you will develop and implement tailored educational plans, foster inclusive classroom environments, and support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth. Your expertise will empower children with disabilities to reach their full potential through innovative teaching strategies, compassionate mentorship, and collaborative teamwork. Duties: Design and deliver individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP (Individualized Education Program) goals across subjects such as literacy, math, and life skills Assess student progress regularly through formal and informal evaluations, including standardized testing and behavioral observations Implement evidence-based behavioral therapy techniques and behavior management strategies to support positive classroom conduct Collaborate closely with general education teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists to coordinate student support services Provide targeted interventions for students with autism, developmental disabilities, hearing impairments, or those in early childhood education programs Maintain detailed documentation of student progress, IEP updates, and commu
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