Making Waves Academy
Special Education Teacher
Making Waves Academy, Richmond, California, United States, 94875
Job DescriptionTitle:
Special Education TeacherDivision:
School-WideReports to:
Director of Special EducationStatus:
Full-time, Exempt, CalSTRS Retirement Eligible (During the Academic Year)Salary:
Special Education Faculty Scale plus $12,000 Temporary Cost of Living Allowance and MWA BenefitsPosition SummaryThe role of the Special Education Teacher is to develop and implement effective instruction for the courses they teach that engage all students with special needs while creating and maintaining a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment within the classroom. Making Waves Academy (MWA) teachers are expected to collaborate with colleagues and develop lesson and unit plans that help students meet and exceed proficiency in IEP goals and grade-level standards. Teachers are also expected to actively facilitate and participate in culture building within and beyond the classroom, consistently reinforcing school-wide norms and expectations.Primary ResponsibilitiesTeachers are expected to submit weekly WAAGS (week-at-a-glance), syllabi, unit plans, and scope and sequence aligned with Common Core and California State curricular standards; these plans should be differentiated and designed to engage and challenge students.Execute a formalized student management plan aligned with the MWA student management system.Create and revise culturally relevant, standards-based lesson plans for students, integrating literacy and writing instruction.Differentiate instruction according to varied learning styles, including child cognitive and social development.Engage actively in mandatory morning meetings, SPED department meetings, and professional development sessions.Provide targeted specialized academic intervention to support students’ progress toward IEP goals through pull-out SAI instruction.Implement and maintain a positive behavior support program using appropriate techniques that complement treatment for the students.Participate in collaborative meetings with the SPED department and grade-level general education teachers to support the caseload of students with IEPs.SPED Case ManagementComplete required compliance documentation for IEPs, assessments, amendments, and IEP goal progress reports on time.Communicate with outside SPED stakeholders and providers to support students' progress toward IEP goals and other SPED-related services.Communicate on a regular basis with parents/guardians on caseload of students' progress at school.Collaborate and manage SPED instructional aide/staff to effectively support student achievement and learning in GE and SPED SAI.Write high-quality, effective IEPs, IEP goals, and IEP progress reports.AssessmentDesign a wide range of performance assessments to measure student progress with lesson plans, academic achievement growth, instruction, IEP goals, and California state standards.Administer, analyze, and reflect upon quantitative and qualitative student data to inform instructional practice.Administer academic assessments as part of education specialist duties pertaining to IEP evaluations.Administer and assess students' IEP goal formal progress on a trimesterly basis and informally on a weekly-monthly basis.Classroom Management and CommunicationEstablish and maintain a well-organized and structured classroom environment conducive to learning.Manage classroom behavior with interventions as defined in the MTSS framework and ensure a respectful and inclusive atmosphere among students.Manage implementation of students' behavior intervention plans in SPED and GE in collaboration with SPED aide, GE teachers, and/or student support services team.Enforce school policies and procedures to maintain discipline and safety.Employ classroom management techniques in alignment with Making Waves Academy culture, policies, and service model expectations.Supervise students to ensure their safety as a Mandated Reporter.Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff to inform them about students' progress and classroom activities.Additional Responsibilities and ExpectationsCommunicate and build relationships with staff, faculty, students, and their families in the culturally and linguistically diverse MWA community.Commitment to become an active participant in the school community.Instruct students with foundational coursework in an alternate class setting (“Flex Period”) and advise a group of students (“Advisory”/ “Homeroom”).Perform additional duties as assigned.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard classroom equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, whiteboards, and Chromebooks.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk across the school campus, participate in campus supervision duty, lift files, open filing cabinets, bend or stand on a stool as necessary, and sit for long periods.TravelSome travel is required for MWA-related events, such as workshops or conferences.QualificationsTeaching experience is desirable, but related work experience may be considered.Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles.Experience working with historically underserved communities.Dedication, commitment, and resilience to succeed in an urban public school.Ability to create lesson plans and analyze data.Previous mentorship experience is desirable.Understanding and ability to implement restorative justice practices.Strong understanding of California’s A-G college readiness requirements.SkillsHighly effective communication skills.Skills in designing and revising authentic, culturally relevant, standards-based lesson plans.Ability to adapt and align with school-related initiatives.Highly organized, goal-oriented, and focused on outcomes.Ability to communicate with, teach, and build relationships with students and their families in the culturally and linguistically diverse MWA community.Demonstrate an understanding of technology and literacy learning platforms.Professional orientation – appearance, communication, organization, and attitude.EducationBachelor’s Degree required.California Education Specialist Instruction Credential (Mild/Moderate) is required.English Learner (EL) Authorization Certificate.RICA Certificate.Applicants without credentials or an EL designation, as well as those who are eligible or currently enrolled in a CTC-approved program, will also be considered.Passing scores on CBEST and CSET required.Preferred but not requiredAdvanced Degree in Education or a related field preferred.Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required.Licenses or Certificates NeededEmployment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis, and/or other employment clearance.California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance (COC) required.
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Special Education TeacherDivision:
School-WideReports to:
Director of Special EducationStatus:
Full-time, Exempt, CalSTRS Retirement Eligible (During the Academic Year)Salary:
Special Education Faculty Scale plus $12,000 Temporary Cost of Living Allowance and MWA BenefitsPosition SummaryThe role of the Special Education Teacher is to develop and implement effective instruction for the courses they teach that engage all students with special needs while creating and maintaining a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment within the classroom. Making Waves Academy (MWA) teachers are expected to collaborate with colleagues and develop lesson and unit plans that help students meet and exceed proficiency in IEP goals and grade-level standards. Teachers are also expected to actively facilitate and participate in culture building within and beyond the classroom, consistently reinforcing school-wide norms and expectations.Primary ResponsibilitiesTeachers are expected to submit weekly WAAGS (week-at-a-glance), syllabi, unit plans, and scope and sequence aligned with Common Core and California State curricular standards; these plans should be differentiated and designed to engage and challenge students.Execute a formalized student management plan aligned with the MWA student management system.Create and revise culturally relevant, standards-based lesson plans for students, integrating literacy and writing instruction.Differentiate instruction according to varied learning styles, including child cognitive and social development.Engage actively in mandatory morning meetings, SPED department meetings, and professional development sessions.Provide targeted specialized academic intervention to support students’ progress toward IEP goals through pull-out SAI instruction.Implement and maintain a positive behavior support program using appropriate techniques that complement treatment for the students.Participate in collaborative meetings with the SPED department and grade-level general education teachers to support the caseload of students with IEPs.SPED Case ManagementComplete required compliance documentation for IEPs, assessments, amendments, and IEP goal progress reports on time.Communicate with outside SPED stakeholders and providers to support students' progress toward IEP goals and other SPED-related services.Communicate on a regular basis with parents/guardians on caseload of students' progress at school.Collaborate and manage SPED instructional aide/staff to effectively support student achievement and learning in GE and SPED SAI.Write high-quality, effective IEPs, IEP goals, and IEP progress reports.AssessmentDesign a wide range of performance assessments to measure student progress with lesson plans, academic achievement growth, instruction, IEP goals, and California state standards.Administer, analyze, and reflect upon quantitative and qualitative student data to inform instructional practice.Administer academic assessments as part of education specialist duties pertaining to IEP evaluations.Administer and assess students' IEP goal formal progress on a trimesterly basis and informally on a weekly-monthly basis.Classroom Management and CommunicationEstablish and maintain a well-organized and structured classroom environment conducive to learning.Manage classroom behavior with interventions as defined in the MTSS framework and ensure a respectful and inclusive atmosphere among students.Manage implementation of students' behavior intervention plans in SPED and GE in collaboration with SPED aide, GE teachers, and/or student support services team.Enforce school policies and procedures to maintain discipline and safety.Employ classroom management techniques in alignment with Making Waves Academy culture, policies, and service model expectations.Supervise students to ensure their safety as a Mandated Reporter.Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff to inform them about students' progress and classroom activities.Additional Responsibilities and ExpectationsCommunicate and build relationships with staff, faculty, students, and their families in the culturally and linguistically diverse MWA community.Commitment to become an active participant in the school community.Instruct students with foundational coursework in an alternate class setting (“Flex Period”) and advise a group of students (“Advisory”/ “Homeroom”).Perform additional duties as assigned.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard classroom equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, whiteboards, and Chromebooks.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk across the school campus, participate in campus supervision duty, lift files, open filing cabinets, bend or stand on a stool as necessary, and sit for long periods.TravelSome travel is required for MWA-related events, such as workshops or conferences.QualificationsTeaching experience is desirable, but related work experience may be considered.Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles.Experience working with historically underserved communities.Dedication, commitment, and resilience to succeed in an urban public school.Ability to create lesson plans and analyze data.Previous mentorship experience is desirable.Understanding and ability to implement restorative justice practices.Strong understanding of California’s A-G college readiness requirements.SkillsHighly effective communication skills.Skills in designing and revising authentic, culturally relevant, standards-based lesson plans.Ability to adapt and align with school-related initiatives.Highly organized, goal-oriented, and focused on outcomes.Ability to communicate with, teach, and build relationships with students and their families in the culturally and linguistically diverse MWA community.Demonstrate an understanding of technology and literacy learning platforms.Professional orientation – appearance, communication, organization, and attitude.EducationBachelor’s Degree required.California Education Specialist Instruction Credential (Mild/Moderate) is required.English Learner (EL) Authorization Certificate.RICA Certificate.Applicants without credentials or an EL designation, as well as those who are eligible or currently enrolled in a CTC-approved program, will also be considered.Passing scores on CBEST and CSET required.Preferred but not requiredAdvanced Degree in Education or a related field preferred.Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required.Licenses or Certificates NeededEmployment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis, and/or other employment clearance.California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance (COC) required.
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