AACA
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Special Education Teacher

Location
Chatsworth, CA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
30 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • California Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe)
  • IEP development
  • ABA principles
  • de-escalation strategies
  • behavior intervention plans

Also useful

  • evidence-based behavior support

Stated benefits & perks

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid holidays

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students’ IEP goals
  • Use behavior intervention plans and positive behavior supports effectively
  • Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and behavior specialists
  • Track and document student progress and maintain accurate records
  • Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress
  • Foster a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment
  • Participate in IEP meetings, staff trainings, and professional development activities

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field
  • Valid California Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe) required
  • Experience working with students with severe behavioral needs strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of ABA principles, de-escalation strategies, and individualized supports
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Competitive salary based on experience and education

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • About Company ---

About The Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA)

At the Academy, our utmost priority is to create a nurturing and inclusive community where every student feels a true sense of belonging and inner peace. We understand the profound challenges our students face in various areas, such as sensory input/output, social skills, transitions, vocal ability, and general functioning.

  • Many arrive at our school with significant behavioral issues developed over years of coping with their unique challenges.
  • We wholeheartedly believe that each of our students is embarking on a journey of self-actualization towards their highest potential.
  • At the Academy, we are committed to providing the necessary support and guidance to help them achieve their goals.

Together, we will nurture their talents, paving the way for a bright future ahead.

  • We take pride in our core values here at AACA- UNITED
  • Unity
  • Nurture
  • Innovation
  • Tenacity
  • Empowerment
  • Dignity

About AACA

AACA is a Nonpublic School (NPS) serving students ages 5 to 22 with severe behavioral and developmental needs. Our mission is to provide individualized instruction and therapeutic support to help each student reach their fullest potential in a structured, compassionate environment.

We are seeking a dedicated and patient Special Education Teacher to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students with severe behavioral challenges, autism spectrum disorders, or other developmental disabilities. This position involves developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), collaborating with support staff and families, and utilizing evidence-based strategies to support positive behavior and learning. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:30AM-3:30PM.

Read the original posting

From AACA's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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