Elementary Special Education Teacher

The Helix School • San Rafael, CA, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Salary : 85,000-100,000

Join Our Team : Elementary Special Education Teacher (20252026)

The Helix School San Rafael, CA

Are you a passionate educator who thrives in a collaborative, student-centered environment? The Helix School is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 20252026 school year. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven team supporting autistic students in a nurturing and innovative school community.

Why Join The Helix School?

The Helix School is a private, nonpublic school serving autistic students with mild to moderate support needs. Our elementary program blends foundational academic instruction with integrated therapeutic supports, emphasizing communication, regulation, independence, and joyful connection. We believe every student deserves a team that sees their strengths and supports their whole development.

We offer :

Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
Dedicated professional development funds
A collaborative, interdisciplinary team including SLPs, OTs, mental health clinicians, and behavioral staff
A relationship-based model that values joy, structure, and inclusion

What Youll Do

As the Elementary Special Education Teacher, youll lead a classroom of 68 neurodivergent students, helping them build early academic, functional, and social-emotional skills through hands-on, engaging instruction and predictable routines. Youll work closely with specialists and families to ensure that each childs individualized needs are supported.

Key Responsibilities :

Deliver developmentally appropriate, differentiated instruction across core subject areas

Support foundational literacy, numeracy, communication, and executive functioning skills

Create a classroom environment that promotes predictability, safety, and connection

Implement visual supports, sensory strategies, and structured routines

Lead the IEP process, including goal development, progress monitoring, and meetings

Collaborate closely with aides, therapists, and families

Celebrate student progress and encourage self-expression and confidence

What You Bring

A valid California Education Specialist Credential (Mild / Moderate Support Needs or Moderate / Severe), or eligibility for intern status

Experience teaching neurodivergent students, particularly those with autism

A playful, warm, and grounded presence that supports regulation and connection

Skill in differentiated instruction, behavior supports, and visual teaching strategies

Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to join a creative, compassionate school where students are deeply understood and staff are supported to grow, wed love to hear from you. At Helix, were building something specialcome be a part of it.

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Elementary Special Education Teacher • San Rafael, CA, US