Special Ed Teacher (Consider Internship)

Get to know us:

For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence.

Role Overview:

The Special Education Teacher – Vista School is responsible for the operation of one classroom, supervising, planning, instructing, setting goals and objectives, writing report cards, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and other miscellaneous reports. The position will keep parents, and the Program Director informed regarding their assigned students' educational progress.

Qualifications:

• Must have a California issued Education Specialist Credential Mild/Moderate with AAAS (Added Autism Authorization);
• OR a California issued Education Specialist Credential Moderate/Severe.
• Experience working with emotionally disturbed children and adolescents preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

What You Bring to VDM:

• BA/BS degree with approved teaching credential.
• Ability to work with the emotionally disturbed and teach handicapped and/or autistic children ages 6 to 22 years old.
• California issued Education Specialist Credential Mild/Moderate with AAAS (Added Autism Authorization), or a California issued Education Specialist Credential Moderate/Severe.
• A valid CA driver's license, current automobile insurance.
• May be required to obtain a class B driver's license.
• COVID Vaccination Card (fully vaccinated) required.

What Can We Offer You for All Your Hard Work?

• Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Standard
• 403(b) – 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary
• 4 Mental Health Days
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint)

Vista Del Mar's Credentials:

Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions.

Equal Employment Statement

Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.

Salary: $64,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year