Special Education - Education Specialist (Mild-Moderate)

Taylion Academy
Reports to: Director of Schools

Candidates should live in Siskiyou, Del Norte, Humboldt, Trinity, Shasta, or Modoc Counties in Northern, CA.

Position Overview

• Support for the instructional program for students with special needs;
• Pertinent information and consultant services to staff members and parents;
• Ongoing student assessment and evaluation;
• Ongoing planning with regular classroom teachers and also promotes and supports the school Student Study Team/SST.
• Support in all the content areas.
• Develops educational plans (IEPs) for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of exceptional students.
• Evaluates students for the purpose of identifying student needs.
• Coordinates services to students for the purpose of ensuring efficient instructions and an effective cohesive program.
• Supports students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress towards student's goals and objectives.
• Consults/collaborates with staff, parents, and agencies for the purpose of ensuring appropriate delivery of services and adherence to due process.
• Knowledge and skill to provide instruction in the areas of English language Arts, math, and algebra.
• Attend SELPA training meetings as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree • Special Education Credential or in the credentialing process.
• Teaching experience preferred • Mathematical Skills: Mastery of basic math and Algebra.
• Technology Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, communicate via email, Google Docs Knowledge.

Skill and Abilities Preferred:

• Reasoning Ability: Able to initiate tasks, plan, and problem solve.
• Personal Qualities: Reliable, team player, flexible.
• Transport and carry 25lbs of materials/equipment to service and evaluate students.
• Develop and implement an IEP; knowledge of common core standards.

Organizational Alignment

Taylion Behaviors

• Humble: We leave our egos at the door.
• Ambassador: We champion the mission of LMEG.
• Personal Record: We lean into discomfort to grow.
• Don’t Make Assumptions: We see the best in people.

Core Values Alignment

• This position exemplifies Taylion Academy’s commitment to:
• Closing the achievement gap through personalized education.
• Fostering a respectful, professional, and accountable team culture.
• Championing the success of every student through precision, support, and integrity.

At Taylion Academy, our mission is rooted in purpose and integrity. We exist to bring meaningful opportunities to underserved children—empowering them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our core values define not only how we work, but who we are as educators, mentors, and role models. We embrace every student with compassion and conviction, guided by principles that promote excellence and heart.

Core Purpose

To bring opportunities to underserved kids. We are committed to creating access, equity, and growth for students who need it most.

Core Values

• Ambassador: We champion the mission of LMEG and represent it with pride and dedication.
• Humble: We leave our egos at the door—collaborating with openness and respect.
• Personal Record: We lean into discomfort and challenges as pathways to growth.
• Don’t Make Assumptions: We choose empathy first, seeing the best in every person and situation.