About Company: New Haven Youth & Family Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering at-risk youth and families through education, mental health, and life skills programs. Our vision is to set the standard of care for youth and families by restoring hope, building resilience, and creating opportunities for every young person to reach their full potential. About the Role: The Special Education Teacher plays a critical role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment tailored to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities. The Teacher designs, develops, documents, and delivers individualized instruction to students within the school setting. In addition to providing effective instruction, the Teacher participates in activities that establish and reinforce acceptable student behavior, academic progress, attitudes, and social skills, with student success as the primary objective. This includes coordinating and providing therapeutic special education services that model New Haven’s core values and program standards. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver effective, individualized instruction using direct teaching, computer-assisted learning, project-based activities, and small group techniques to help students achieve skills and knowledge. Report special incidents and follow agency policies in compliance with New Haven School procedures and state/district Education Codes. Document teaching activities and student progress, including grades, attendance, student portfolios, and anecdotal records, to support lesson planning and track outcomes. Direct teaching assistants and 1:1 aides to ensure effective program delivery and address individual student needs. Collaborate with other teachers and staff as needed to implement curriculum and support the overall educational program. Perform other duties as assigned to support the educational and therapeutic goals of the school. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required. Must hold or be eligible for a California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with authorization to teach students with mild/moderate disabilities. Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Child Development, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred. Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and DOJ Clearance through Community Care Licensing. Prior teaching experience with adolescents in a similar setting is preferred. Basic computer skills, including word processing, Microsoft Word, Excel, and similar programs. New Haven Youth and Family Services is an EOE F/M/Disabled/Vet Compensation details: