What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher - Mild/Mod 2026/2027 School Year (*$10,000 Incentive Stipend) position at Soledad Unified School District?
Special Education Teacher - Mild/Mod 2026/2027 School Year (*$10,000 Incentive Stipend) at Soledad Unified School District
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This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
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Application Deadline
6/18/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/5/2026
Contact
Sandra Cante
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$61,138 - $126,084 Per Certificated Salary Schedule * Annually
$61,138 - $126,084 Per Certificated Salary Schedule * Annually
Add'l Salary Info
In addition to salary, the district makes an annual contribution of $10,712 (emp only medical, dental, and vision) - $23,641.44 (emp family medical, dental, and vision)
Length of Work Year
2026/2027 School Year (186 days) 7hrs a day
Employment Type
Full Time
*
based on full credential and years of experience (up to 15 years)
Work Location
Mild Mod Support Needs - Main Street Middle School (1 position)
Requirements / Qualifications
CPR/First Aid Certification Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (3) Resume TB Screening Result
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (3)
- Resume
- TB Screening Result
Requirements / Qualifications
CPR/First Aid Certification Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Reference (3) Resume TB Screening Result
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (3)
- Resume
- TB Screening Result
Comments and Other Information
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Salary/Pay Range:
$58,538 to $126,084 annually - Salary placement based on education and experience (Full Credential - placed at $61,138)
Additional Salary Information:
In addition to salary, the district makes an annual contribution of $10,712 (emp only medical, dental, and vision) - $23,641.44 (emp family medical, dental, and vision)
Length of Work Year:
186 days per year/7 hours per day
Employment Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
7:45am - 3:25pm
**Incentive Program for Certificated Special Education Staff Working Under a Clear or Preliminary Credential
The purpose of this MOU is to establish a retention incentive for employees with a preliminary or clear credential in hard-to-fill special education roles for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.
Purpose: In recognition of the need to retain highly qualified educators and to address ongoing staffing challenges in hard-to-fill positions, the District and the Association agree to implement an incentive program. This program supports the professional growth of current employees while strengthening the pipeline of credentialed individuals in the following specialized areas:
*Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
*Adaptive Physical Education Teacher
*Education Specialist: Moderate/Severe
*Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate
Incentive Terms: Employees shall be eligible for a retention incentive of ten-thousand dollars ($10,000) prorated by FTE during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year and paid two times per school year-December 2025 ($2,500), June 2026 ($2,500), December 2026 ($2,500), and June 2027 ($2,500). The incentive is subject to the following conditions:
1. The employee must hold a preliminary or clear credential in one of the areas listed above.
2. The employee must be assigned to and actively working in a position aligned with that credential within the District for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.
3. The employee must have completed or be on-track to complete at least 90% of their assigned workdays for the school year at the time the stipends are issued. Completed work is defined as being in paid status and receiving STRS credit. If the employee completes fewer than 90% of their workdays in a school year, the incentive may receive prorated payment(s) at the discretion of the District.
4. The payments will be made in December 2025 ($2,500), June 2026 ($2,500), December 2026 ($2,500), and June 2027 ($2,500).
Repayment Clause: If an eligible employee voluntarily resigns, moves into a different role that is not outlined in this MOU, or separates from the District prior to completing 90% of their assigned workdays, they shall not be entitled to the incentive, unless otherwise waived by mutual agreement between the District and the Association. This MOU shall expire on June 30, 2027, unless extended by mutual written agreement. Nothing in this Memorandum of Understanding shall be construed as precedent setting or as establishing a past practice. This agreement is made on a non-precedent basis and shall apply only to the specific circumstances described herein.
Comments and Other Information
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Salary/Pay Range:
$58,538 to $126,084 annually - Salary placement based on education and experience (Full Credential - placed at $61,138)
Additional Salary Information:
In addition to salary, the district makes an annual contribution of $10,712 (emp only medical, dental, and vision) - $23,641.44 (emp family medical, dental, and vision)
Length of Work Year:
186 days per year/7 hours per day
Employment Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
7:45am - 3:25pm
**Incentive Program for Certificated Special Education Staff Working Under a Clear or Preliminary Credential
The purpose of this MOU is to establish a retention incentive for employees with a preliminary or clear credential in hard-to-fill special education roles for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.
Purpose: In recognition of the need to retain highly qualified educators and to address ongoing staffing challenges in hard-to-fill positions, the District and the Association agree to implement an incentive program. This program supports the professional growth of current employees while strengthening the pipeline of credentialed individuals in the following specialized areas:
*Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
*Adaptive Physical Education Teacher
*Education Specialist: Moderate/Severe
*Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate
Incentive Terms: Employees shall be eligible for a retention incentive of ten-thousand dollars ($10,000) prorated by FTE during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year and paid two times per school year-December 2025 ($2,500), June 2026 ($2,500), December 2026 ($2,500), and June 2027 ($2,500). The incentive is subject to the following conditions:
1. The employee must hold a preliminary or clear credential in one of the areas listed above.
2. The employee must be assigned to and actively working in a position aligned with that credential within the District for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.
3. The employee must have completed or be on-track to complete at least 90% of their assigned workdays for the school year at the time the stipends are issued. Completed work is defined as being in paid status and receiving STRS credit. If the employee completes fewer than 90% of their workdays in a school year, the incentive may receive prorated payment(s) at the discretion of the District.
4. The payments will be made in December 2025 ($2,500), June 2026 ($2,500), December 2026 ($2,500), and June 2027 ($2,500).
Repayment Clause: If an eligible employee voluntarily resigns, moves into a different role that is not outlined in this MOU, or separates from the District prior to completing 90% of their assigned workdays, they shall not be entitled to the incentive, unless otherwise waived by mutual agreement between the District and the Association. This MOU shall expire on June 30, 2027, unless extended by mutual written agreement. Nothing in this Memorandum of Understanding shall be construed as precedent setting or as establishing a past practice. This agreement is made on a non-precedent basis and shall apply only to the specific circumstances described herein.
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Salary : $58,538 - $126,084