2026 - 2027 | Extensive Support Needs Education Specialist Teacher

San Dieguito Union High School District

$71K — $103K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid California Education Specialist Instruction credential required
  • Authorization in Extensive Support Needs highly desirable
  • English Learners Authorization is mandatory
  • Experience with students requiring significant support is essential
  • Strong commitment to inclusive and engaging learning environments is necessary

Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized instruction to students with extensive support needs
  • Implement functional academic and life skills programming
  • Support students in achieving IEP goals
  • Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment
  • Collaborate with other educators and staff to enhance student development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement options
  • Professional development opportunities available
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student lives
  • Access to resources and support for teaching diverse learners
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Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Extensive Support Needs Education Specialists (Previously Moderate/Severe) to join our staff for the upcoming school year. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students who require significant support and a strong commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. As positions become available, selected candidates may be contacted to provide individualized instruction, implement functional academic and life skills programming, and support students in achieving their IEP goals. Join us in making a meaningful impact and helping each student reach their fullest potential.

Requirements / Qualifications

Possession of a valid California Education Specialist Instruction credential in the subject matter of posting

(Authorization in Extensive Support Needs highly desireable)

AND

English Learners Authorization

Required Documents/Attachments

Applications submitted without all of the following required documents will not be accepted.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Like documents must be combined and uploaded as one attachment.

  • Letter of Introduction (Must be current and relative to the position you are applying to)
  • Resume
  • Credentials/Certificates (Include all required credentials and certifications. Copies of CTC credentials must be current screenshot(s) of the credential document details page from the CTC website that shows your name, document name, status, subjects, authorizations, and expiration date.) Certificates will not be accepted.
  • Copy of Transcript (Please include BA/BS transcript along with all post-Bachelor's degree transcripts showing degrees awarded. Unofficial copies will be accepted)
  • Recommendation Letters (Three (3) current letters dated within the last two (2) years)


Salary

$71,571 to $103,136 (To start yearly based on full-time assignment. Part-time assignments will be prorated)

  • Pay dependent on experience
    • Candidates with two or more years of full-time K-12 public school experience start on step 3. (This is the maximum starting step)
Length of Work Year

2026-27 School Year | 186 Days

Employment Type

Full-time

Comments and Other Information

Only candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted. Due to the high volume of applications, we kindly ask that you do not contact Human Resources for application updates. Additionally, please refrain from contacting school sites regarding recruitments or open positions.

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