SDC- Transitional Kindergarten/ Kindergarten Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Pool- Arcadia Unified

Arcadia Unified School District

Job Description: Under the direct supervision of the site principal and with support from district personnel, the instructor serving in this position will provide an educational program for preschool students with autism who require intensive instruction. The program will be specifically designed, based upon each students Individualized Education Program (IEP), and will utilize research-based practices in the field of autism to meet the needs of each student. The instructor develops daily lesson plans for the class and for students, based on individual needs, to help them access preschool activities. The instructor provides individual and small group instruction consistent with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) of each student; develops and implements a classroom positive behavior support program based on the principles of applied behavior analysis; provides a classroom environment that facilitates the students progress toward learning appropriate preschool activities and social skills; develops appropriate goals and objectives based on assessment and observational data; and participates with the IEP team in planning an individualized education program for each student. Requirements: Evidence of successful teaching of students with disabilities in a special education or supervised training assignment. Basic knowledge of research-based teaching methodologies in instruction of preschoolers with autism (e.g. PECS, structured teaching, discrete trial teaching, development of play skills); professional knowledge of the behavioral characteristics of autism and methods of communicating with and instructing students; knowledge of early childhood development; and the ability to collaborate and work with members of the education team and parents.

1) Appropriate Special Education Credential that authorizes service primarily in Early Childhood Special Education and a dual credential in the Moderate to Severe classroom (Extensive Support Needs, Mod/Severe, SH, or added auth.) setting is desired.(Detailed copy - must be current and reflect eff/exp dates) If you are currently finishing student teaching, but do not yet have a CA credential issued by CTC, please provide written documentation from the university that you are on track to finish with an anticipated completion date listed. 2) EL Certification (CLAD,etc) 3) Three (3) current letters of reference/recommendation 4) Current Resume5) Transcripts - BA/BS degree and beyond6) Cover Letter7) CSET/Exam Score reports

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1) Appropriate Special Education Credential that authorizes service primarily in Early Childhood Special Education and a dual credential in the Moderate to Severe classroom (Extensive Support Needs, Mod/Severe, SH, or added auth.) setting is desired. (Detailed copy - must be current and reflect eff/exp dates) If you are currently finishing student teaching, but do not yet have a CA credential issued by CTC, please provide written documentation from the university that you are on track to finish with an anticipated completion date listed. 2) EL Certification (CLAD,etc) 3) Three (3) current letters of reference/recommendation 4) Current Resume 5) Transcripts - BA/BS degree and beyond 6) Cover Letter 7) CSET/Exam Score reports

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Arcadia Unified School District offers a free BTSA/Induction program to clear your credential. Benefits: Certificated ATA $11,745 annually for 2025-26 (or maximum cashback of $9,757.00 minus the cost of mandatory dental, vision, and life if you can provide proof of other employer-sponsored coverage) It is the policy of Arcadia Unified School District to provide all applicants equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. This non-discrimination policy covers Family and Medical Leave and Pregnancy Disability Leave. Harassment of any kind is prohibited in our work environment. BEFORE EMPLOYMENT, THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED: Fingerprinting: Employees will be fingerprinted at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the indicated sections of the EDJOIN application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal. Tuberculosis Exam: Newly hired employees must submit a Mantoux Skin screening or risk assessment and certificate of completion within the past 60 days that indicates freedom from active tuberculosis. An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required, along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form. AB2534: Effective January 1, 2025, Education Code section 44939.5 requires you to provide a complete list of all school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools where you have previously been employed, including part-time or substitute roles, regardless of duration employed. Failure to disclose this information may be considered dishonesty and/or falsification in the hiring process or after termination. We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.