Middle School Special Education Teacher
Middle School Special Education Teacher
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Join Our Team: Middle School Special Education Teacher ()
The Helix School San Rafael CA
Are you a passionate educator who thrives in a collaborative student-centered environment The Helix School is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Middle School Special Education Teacher for the school year. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven team supporting autistic students in a nurturing and innovative school community.
Why Join The Helix School
The Helix School is a private nonpublic school serving autistic students with mild to moderate support needs. Our middle school program blends academic instruction with integrated therapeutic supports emphasizing independence communication emotional regulation and peer connection. We believe that every student deserves a team that sees their strengths and supports their whole development.
We offer:
- Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development funds
- A collaborative interdisciplinary team including SLPs OTs mental health clinicians and behavioral staff
- A relationship-based model that values joy structure and inclusion
What Youll Do
As the Middle School Special Education Teacher youll lead a classroom of 7 neurodivergent students building academic functional and social-emotional skills through differentiated instruction and consistent routines. Youll partner with specialists and families to support students in reaching their individualized goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver engaging individualized lessons across core subject areas
- Implement accommodations and modifications aligned with IEP goals
- Foster student growth in communication self-regulation and independence
- Use visual supports sensory strategies and relationship-based practices
- Lead the IEP process including goal development progress monitoring and meetings
- Collaborate closely with families aides and specialists to ensure continuity of support
- Create a positive inclusive classroom environment that celebrates neurodiversity
What You Bring
- A valid California Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate Support Needs or Moderate/Severe) or eligibility for intern status
- Experience teaching neurodivergent students particularly those with autism
- Proficiency in differentiated instruction visual supports and structured teaching approaches
- Strong communication organization and teamwork skills
- A calm joyful and consistent presence in the classroom
Ready to Apply
If youre ready to join a warm and creative school where students are deeply understood and staff are supported to grow wed love to hear from you. At Helix were building something specialcome be a part of it.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
