Job Description:

Special Education TeacherAre you looking to make a difference in the life of a student living with autism? Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Special Education Teacher to support our K-12 special education school at our campus in Sunnyvale, CA. Our Special Education Teachers are creative people who want to make a positive impact in the lives of special education students. The PACE K-12 school is a high support program that is assisted by multiple resource specialists (SLPs, OTs, BCBAs) and experienced paraprofessional aides covering the majority of students. Come be a part of the supportive PACE team!At least 6 weeks of paid time off is offered per year. We love our staff and have a caring, supportive environment! Employees qualify for Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits as well as a 403b retirement plan with a 5% match, upon vesting. Job Requirements:Planning Instruction & Designing Learning ExperiencesOrganizing & Understanding Subject Matter for Student LearningCreating & Maintaining Effective Environments for Student LearningEngaging & Supporting all Students in the LearningAssessing Student Learning, IEP participationManaging Student BehaviorManagement Requirements: PACE will also support you in the supervision of your assigned classroom Instructional Aides.Minimum Requirements:The Special Education Teacher must possess the following minimum requirements for consideration in this position:Education: Bachelors degree with a special education teaching credential. Preliminary credential internships are also strongly considered.Competency in English writing and verbal communication (i.e. writing notification summaries and communicating with parents). Physical RequirementsThe Special Education Teacher must be able to comply and adhere to the following physical requirements. Pushing, Pulling and Lifting - The individual must be able to lift and or push at least 45lbs. with assistanceTwisting and Turning - Due to the high activity of the program this position requires the individual to be able to physically bend, squat, reach over shoulders, reach over head, reach outward, kneel, sit, walk on normal, slippery, or uneven surfaces and stand.Student Behavior Management - The individual must be able to properly demonstrate and implement behavior management techniques. This training is provided by PACE.Office Work - This position requires one to be able to conduct a variety of office work, including typing on a computer.Personal RequirementsMust have the ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.Must enjoy working with and relating to people effectively.Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.