HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

1791 West Acacia Avenue – Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100

Special Education Teacher

MILD TO MODERATE SUPPORT NEEDS

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the school site administrator, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates specially designed instruction and special education services for students with mild to moderate support needs in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Provides instruction and supports designed to promote access to and progress in the general education curriculum and educational environment; conducts educational assessments within the scope of the credential; develops and monitors IEP goals; serves as a case manager; and collaborates with parents/guardians, general education teachers, related-service providers, instructional support staff, and other members of the IEP team to address students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, communication, vocational, and functional needs, as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Plans, provides, and evaluates specially designed instruction aligned with students' IEPs, individual needs, grade-level standards, and access to the general education curriculum.

· Provides instruction and special education support through individual, small-group, classroom-based, collaborative, co-teaching, push-in, pull-out, and/or other service delivery models consistent with students' IEPs and the continuum of program options.

· Develops, implements, and monitors legally compliant IEPs, including present levels of performance, measurable annual goals, accommodations, modifications, services, supports, and progress reporting.

· Serves as case manager for assigned students; coordinates IEP development and implementation, schedules and participates in IEP team meetings, and maintains required special education records and documentation within established timelines.

· Conducts educational assessments within the scope of the credential; analyzes assessment, curriculum, observational, and progress-monitoring data to identify student needs, develop appropriate goals, and adjust instruction.

· Monitors, documents, and reports student progress toward IEP goals and educational standards; uses data to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction, interventions, accommodations, and supports.

· Collaborates with general education teachers and other staff to support students' access to and participation in the least restrictive environment, including implementation of accommodations, modifications, differentiated instruction, and behavioral supports.

· Collaborates with parents/guardians and members of the multidisciplinary IEP team, which may include administrators, school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, counselors, behavior specialists, occupational/physical therapists, nurses, and other service providers.

· Implements positive behavioral supports, behavior intervention plans, and other IEP-required behavioral, social-emotional, and functional supports in collaboration with appropriate staff.

· Provides instructional direction, coordination, and guidance to instructional aides/paraprofessionals assigned to support students and assists them in implementing instructional strategies, accommodations, behavioral supports, and student-specific plans.

· Selects, adapts, and uses appropriate instructional materials, evidence-based practices, technology, and assistive technology to provide access to instruction and support student progress.

· Communicates regularly and effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress, educational needs, and IEP implementation, and promotes meaningful parent participation in the educational process.

· Supports student transitions between grade levels, programs, schools, and postsecondary settings; for students of transition age, participates in transition assessment and development and implementation of appropriate postsecondary goals and transition services.

· Maintains confidentiality of student information and records and complies with applicable federal and state special education requirements, District policies and procedures, and professional standards.

· Participates in staff meetings, professional learning, collaboration, and other school and District activities necessary to support student achievement and effective special education programming.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

· Principles, practices, and strategies of specially designed instruction for students with mild to moderate support needs;

· California academic content standards, curriculum, instructional strategies, accommodations, modifications, and methods for providing access to the general education curriculum;

· Individualized Education Program development, implementation, progress monitoring, and case management;

· Educational assessment, data analysis, progress monitoring, and evidence-based instructional practices within the scope of the credential;

· Positive behavioral supports, classroom management, and strategies to address behavioral, social-emotional, communication, vocational, and functional needs;

· Least restrictive environment, inclusive practices, collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching models;

· Instructional and assistive technology used to support students with disabilities;

· Applicable federal and state special education laws, regulations, District policies, procedures, and timelines.

ABILITY TO:

· Plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate specially designed instruction responsive to individual student needs;

· Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain accurate and timely IEPs and related documentation;

· Conduct educational assessments and interpret data within the scope of the credential;

· Collaborate effectively with students, parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, instructional aides/paraprofessionals, related-service providers, and community agencies;

· Provide instructional direction and guidance to support staff working with assigned students;

· Use student data to monitor progress and adjust instruction, interventions, and supports;

· Communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships;

· Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound professional judgment, and manage multiple responsibilities and timelines.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and completion of all education and preparation requirements necessary to hold the required California teaching credential.

CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES:

Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential authorizing service to students with Mild to Moderate Support Needs, or other valid California credential/authorization permitting the holder to provide the services required by the assignment. Appropriate English Learner authorization as required by the assignment and California law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out the essential functions.

Physical Demands: Walk, look downward, turn neck (up to continuously), sit, bend (frequently); stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull (occasionally); kneel, crawl, climb (infrequently); grasp/manipulate materials and supplies (continuously); lift items up to 10 pounds (frequently), carry up to 10 pounds (occasionally), and lift/carry up to 40 pounds (infrequently). Use seeing, hearing, and speaking continuously in the classroom.

Working Conditions: Indoor classrooms with exposure to student noise, odors, possible communicable diseases, and potentially challenging student behavior. Outdoor schoolyard and grounds with exposure to seasonal temperatures, dust, pesticides, and smoke.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Hemet Unified School District (HUSD) will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities for the purpose of enabling the performance of the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. HUSD encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or Safety/Risk Management.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

It is the applicant's responsibility to attach all requested materials as specified in the application and job announcement. Required materials must be submitted with the completed application. Applicants who do not submit all required application materials may not be considered for the vacancy.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Classification: Certificated

Bargaining Unit: Hemet Teachers Association (HTA)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Year: School calendar, not to exceed 186 days, pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Salary Placement: Certificated Salary Schedule

Board Approved/Revised: September 2026

Non-Discrimination Policy:

The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs please contact:

Juan Santos, Director of Title IX, Compliance & Resolution

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 2255

For questions concerning Section 504, please contact:

Jeff Franks, Director, Student Support Services

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3500

For questions concerning educational equity, please contact:

Denise Sunderland, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance and Educational Equity

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3700

HUSDs nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located under the District's Board Policy listings at this link: (https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Policy/PolicyListing.aspx?S=36030260)

To report information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or make a complaint of discrimination under Title IX, please refer to the HUSDwebsite at this link: (https://www.hemetusd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=254696&type=d&pREC_ID=1185697)

California Law Prohibits Workplace Discrimination & Harassment

(https://4.files.edl.io/712f/08/22/24/175515-710e5b73-d95f-49c3-b705-493e41a4a302.pdf)