Who is Fred Finch?
Fred Finch Youth & Family Services supports communities and families directly affected with mental illness, behavioral challenges and autism. Our team members are dedicated to helping those who need guidance and support with empathy using compiled experience gained from three centuries of healing. Be part of an organization with proven track record of helping and healing others.
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Special Education Teacher
Special Education Teacher
The Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing the classroom on a daily basis. This position is also responsible for designing the class curriculum for youth, monitoring youth’s progress, participating in IEP meetings and working with the teaching aides.
Shifts Available
Full Time - Union Hourly; Mon-Fri/8am-5pm
Salary range
In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this California position is between $36.35 and $59.20. The actual
compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
What You Bring To The Table (Key Qualifications -see Job Description for more details)
- Valid California Learning Handicapped or Severely Handicapped Teaching Credential preferred.
- Valid California driver’s license and good driving record required.
- Experience with developmentally and/or severely emotionally disabled children preferred.
- Credential Requirements:
- Bachelor degree from an accredited college/university required.
- Must have passed California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) OR hold a BA degree in Liberal Arts.
- Must meet one of the following criteria:
- Hold an Education Specialist Instruction Credential, mild moderate or moderate severe OR Preliminary Level 1 Education Specialist Instruction Credential.
- The candidate must have the exact credential, Level 1 or Clear.
- Be enrolled in an Internship Education Specialist Instruction Program and hold an Internship Education Specialist Instruction Credential.
- Have an Emergency Substitute Permit, Substitute Permit, or other current teaching credential. This criteria is ONLY applicable if working in a Substitute Teacher capacity for 20 days or less.
What's In It for You*
- Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 21 days in your first year
- Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 8% for Overnight Shift)
- Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
- Tuition Assistance and Company Scholarships (up to $10k)
- Student Loan Forgiveness Qualification
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K (pro-rated for part-time, no coverage for on call)
Location: 3800 Coolidge Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.35 - $52.90 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Special Education Teaching Credential (Required)
Work Location: In person