Education Specialist (Special Education)

Envision Education

$63K — $102K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Commitment to Envision Education's mission.
  • Dedication to anti-racist and pro-Black leadership.
  • Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) required.
  • Valid California Teaching Credential or out-of-state equivalent.
  • Experience working with diverse families, particularly Black, African American, Latine/a/o/x, and immigrant communities.
  • Residency in California post-hire is necessary.
  • Open to feedback and eager to improve performance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead case management for students with IEPs.
  • Train and guide Instructional Assistants in best practices.
  • Coordinate services and schedules for IEP compliance.
  • Collaborate with psychologists and directors on assessments and IEP reports.
  • Develop and adapt lesson plans to meet students' needs.
  • Implement accommodations and modifications for general education success.
  • Analyze student performance data to enhance instructional strategies.

Benefits

  • Ongoing professional development opportunities year-round.
  • Monthly rent discounts at co-living housing in downtown Oakland.
  • Optional flexible benefits plan for various needs.
  • Comprehensive health benefits with employer contributions.
  • Paid sick and personal leave available.
  • Free life insurance for employees.
  • Participation in CalSTRS retirement system.
  • Access to a 403b retirement plan.
Full Job Description
Envision Education seeks an Education Specialist (Special Education) for the [redacted] School Year for Downtown Oakland Science Academy in Oakland, CA.

In addition to the base salary, this opportunity includes: $5,000 Special Education supplement and/or $3,500 MA supplement for candidates with a MA degree.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Principal the Education Specialist will lead students in an academic vision of success that focuses on each student's IEP goals, Envision's graduate profile, and college/career readiness.
  • Lead case management of students with IEP's.
  • Train and provide direction and guidance to assigned Instructional Assistants.
  • Coordinate service providers and create schedules of service minutes that meet each students' IEP requirements.
  • Collaborate with School Psychologist and Associate Director Special Education to conduct assessments, prepare IEP reports, and ensure procedural rights.
  • Create and modify lesson, unit, and instruction plans.
  • Implement accommodations, and modifications to ensure students' learning success in general education classrooms.
  • Regularly analyze student data and devise strategies to improve instruction
  • Build strong relationships with families
  • Lead IEP teams, and facilitate IEP meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Commitment to the mission of Envision Education.
  • Commitment to anti-racist and pro-Black leadership in the workplace.
  • A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree.
  • Valid California Teaching Credential or out of state equivalent with ability to transfer required.
  • Demonstrated success working with parents and families, especially Black, African American, Latine/a/o/x, and immigrant families.
  • Once hired, continuous current California residency.
  • Receptiveness to feedback and desire to continuously improve to meet outcomes.

Studies have shown that women and people of the global majority are less likely to apply if they do not meet every one of the qualifications. We are interested in finding values-aligned educators and leaders from a variety of backgrounds. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and questions as part of your cover letter.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual starting salary range of $63,672 - $102,546 dependent upon years of aligned experience and credentials.
  • Additional Supplements for:
    • Special Education: $5,000
    • Second Credential: $500
    • Masters Degree: $3,500
    • Doctorate: $2,000
    • Board Certification: $5,000
    • City Arts and Leadership Supplement: $5,000
    • Lead Learning Specialist (SPED): $10,000
  • Additional Leadership Stipends for:
    • Instructional Lead Team: $5,000
    • Grade Level Lead Team: $5,000
    • Summer Professional Development: $250/day

Benefits:
  • Access to ongoing opportunities for learning, professional, and leadership opportunities throughout the calendar year.
  • Housing - Envisionemployees have access to monthly rent discounts at our co-living property in downtown Oakland, just steps from BART. Live in the heart of the Bay Area for less than $999 a month with all utilities included.
  • Optional Flexible Benefits Plan, including dependent care, medical care, parking, and commuter benefits.
  • Excellent health benefits package with employer contribution to benefits.
  • Paid sick and personal necessity leave.
  • Life Insurance at no cost to the employee.
  • Retirement system from CalSTRS.
  • 403b Plan.

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