Job Posting: Resource Teacher at Rising Sun Montessori School (RSMS)

Location: El Dorado Hills, California
Academic Year: 2025-2026
School Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

About Us: Rising Sun Montessori School (RSMS) is a distinguished charter school within the Buckeye Union School District, located in the picturesque suburban community of El Dorado Hills, near Sacramento, California. Our school is conveniently situated within a two-hour drive to both San Francisco and the Sierras/Lake Tahoe. 

We take pride in our growth and reputation, and we are committed to providing quality Montessori education to our students. RSMS is a small school environment with a supportive and responsive administration. 

If you would like to learn more, we encourage you to read about our school here.
http://www.risingsunmontessori.org/

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our Special Education students at Rising Sun Montessori School!
We look forward to getting to know dedicated and passionate educators like you.

Position: Special Education Resource Teacher

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement specialized instruction for students with diverse learning needs.

• Implement evidence-based interventions for reading, writing, and math.

• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction in specific academic areas.

• Collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions.

• Create modified curriculum materials based on student IEPs.

• Conduct academic assessments to identify student strengths and needs.

• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.

• Maintain accurate special education files and records.

• Track accommodation and modification implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Establish proactive communication and engage actively with colleagues.

• Administer curriculum-based measurements and standardized tests.

• Co-plan lessons with classroom teachers as appropriate.

• Ensure accommodations are being implemented in the classroom

• Provide consultation on differentiation strategies for diverse learners.

• Support implementation of universal design for learning principles.

• Model effective instructional techniques for students with learning differences.

• Implement positive behavior support strategies.

• Teach self-regulation and social skills.

• Complete required progress reports and other paperwork.

• Participate in student support team meetings.

• Attend grade-level and department meetings.

• Contribute to professional learning communities.

• Collaborate with related service providers (speech therapists, occupational therapists).

• Consult with school administrators regarding student needs.

• Share resources and strategies with colleagues.

• Attend relevant workshops and trainings.

• Develop schedules for student services.

• Manage paraprofessionals working in the resource setting.

• Organize and maintain instructional materials and assistive technology.

• Advocate for student needs within the school system.

• Educate staff about disability awareness and inclusion.

• Promote student self-advocacy skills.

• Ensure appropriate accommodations during standardized testing.

• Participate in RTI/MTSS implementation.

• Provide tier 2 and tier 3 interventions.

• Support screening and progress monitoring systems.

• Analyze intervention data to determine effectiveness.

• Create specialized materials for student use.

• Develop visual supports and organizational tools.

• Curate assistive technology resources.

• Design accessible learning activities.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and retirement (Cal-STRS) benefits.

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

Application Process: If you have a genuine passion for Montessori education, a commitment to public sector students and families, and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Rising Sun Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your teaching experience and commitment to Montessori education.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Determined by experience & credentialing status

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School Type:

• Charter school

• Montessori

Work Location:

• In person