Resource Specialist Teacher (Starts School Year 2026-2027)

Resource Specialist Teacher (Starts School Year 2026-2027) at Shasta County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

4/2/2026

Contact

Kinsey Hyatt

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$56,960 - $109,510 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

(based on verification of teaching experience, 184 days and 1.0 FTE) + $2,825 Master's stipend or $3,725 Doctorate stipend (prorated)

Length of Work Year

184 days (1 FTE)

Employment Type

Full Time

About the Employer

We are located in beautiful Northern California on the Sacramento River, near Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and many other natural wonders. We are an outdoor enthusiast's ideal destination. If you are searching for a place with affordable homes, where you can escape traffic and congestion, and with a true sense of community then come explore Shasta County, California. We are committed to ensuring that all students receive a quality education taught by highly qualified and motivated staff committed to the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student. Our mission at the Shasta County Office of Education, "To be leaders in educational excellence, offering support to schools and community to ensure Shasta County students receive a quality education preparing them for high school graduation and success in career and college". It is a mission we do not take lightly. We are accountable to our clients, not only in providing a quality education for our youth, but also in maintaining sound management practices and care in how we provide oversight to the 25 school districts in Shasta County. Together with the school district superintendents we have developed common goals centered around collaboration and support for all students throughout Shasta County. Core Values Service to and Engagement of school districts, and community partners and each other for the benefit of all students Hopeful and Helpful Aspire to improve and innovate Shared humor and joy Trustworthy Attract, hire, and retain the best employees

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned Principal, provide instruction and services including consultation, resource and evaluation information for pupils whose needs are identified in a written individualized educational program developed by an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) team and who are assigned to regular classroom teachers for a majority of a school day.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide instruction and services for pupils whose needs were identified in a written individualized educational program developed by an IEP team and who are assigned to regular classroom teachers for a majority of a school day.
• Provide information and assistance to individuals with exceptional needs and their parents.
• Provide consultation, resource and evaluation information and material regarding individuals with exceptional needs to their parents and staff members.
• Coordinate special educational services provided to each individual with exceptional needs served through the resource specialist program.
• Assess pupil progress on a regular basis and revise individualized educational programs as appropriate; refer students who did not indicate appropriate progress to the IEP team.
• Communicate and consult with special education staff, district level staff, administrators, counselors, parents and students for the purpose of coordinating available information and services to individual students.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to assigned program, students and related services and activities; develop and implement various systems for organization of mandated paperwork and processes.
• Evaluate students according to approved assessment plan; utilize appropriate instruments/tests, observations, records and interviews; prepare complete reports of each student assessed; maintain reports and test records in confidential files; interpret assessment findings for staff, parents, and other authorized persons as necessary.
• Serve as a member of the Individualized Educational Program team as appropriate.
• Provide consultation in development of vocational plans for individuals with special needs.
• Operate a computer and assigned software; operate other standard office equipment as assigned; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work as assigned by the position.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in classroom instruction for assigned program.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Child guidance principles and practices related to students with special needs.
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs.
• Curriculum and lesson plan development to meet IEP or other educational goals.
• Equipment operation related to special education students.
• Terminology involved in special education or alternative education programs.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Research methods and report writing techniques.
• Basic computer operation.

ABILITY TO:

• Instruct special education or alternative education students in individualized tasks to achieve IEP goals.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Compile and verify data and prepare reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree and three years experience teaching regular and special education classes.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Resource Specialist Authorization or an Education Specialist Credential.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.
• California EL Authorization preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor work environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist children.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

HAZARDS:

• Exposure to students who may become hostile or disorderly and who may exhibit physical aggression.

Requirements / Qualifications

Application package should include: EdJoin online Application Resume' Letter of Introduction/Cover letter Copy of credential (see credential requirements below) 2 Letters of Recommendation (within the last 5 years) (you will not be considered for this position if these instructions are not followed) Copy of Transcript or Diploma for Bachelor's Degree or higher Licenses and other requirements: Valid Resource Specialist Authorization or an Education Specialist Credential Valid California Class C driver's license *California EL Authorization preferred ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

• Copy of Transcript (Copy of Bachelor's, Master's and/or Doctorate degree transcript or diploma)
• Credential Copy (Copy of Valid CA Resource Specialist Authorization or an Education Specialist Credential)
• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters of Recommendation (current within last 5 years) (you will not be considered for this position if these instructions are not followed))
• Resume (Resume')

Requirements / Qualifications

Application package should include: EdJoin online Application Resume' Letter of Introduction/Cover letter Copy of credential (see credential requirements below) 2 Letters of Recommendation (within the last 5 years) (you will not be considered for this position if these instructions are not followed) Copy of Transcript or Diploma for Bachelor's Degree or higher Licenses and other requirements: Valid Resource Specialist Authorization or an Education Specialist Credential Valid California Class C driver's license *California EL Authorization preferred ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

• Copy of Transcript (Copy of Bachelor's, Master's and/or Doctorate degree transcript or diploma)
• Credential Copy (Copy of Valid CA Resource Specialist Authorization or an Education Specialist Credential)
• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters of Recommendation (current within last 5 years) (you will not be considered for this position if these instructions are not followed))
• Resume (Resume')

Comments and Other Information

For School Year 2026-2027 1.0FTE, 7 Hours per day; 184-day work year Master's Stipend - $2,825 or Doctorate Stipend - $3,725 (prorated monthly) Location: Tri Mountain Academy (Juvenile Court School) Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm (7 hours/day) Provide instruction and services including consultation, resource and evaluation information for pupils whose needs are identified in a written individualized educational program developed by an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) team and who are assigned to regular classroom teachers for a majority of a school day. ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

Comments and Other Information

For School Year 2026-2027 1.0FTE, 7 Hours per day; 184-day work year Master's Stipend - $2,825 or Doctorate Stipend - $3,725 (prorated monthly) Location: Tri Mountain Academy (Juvenile Court School) Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm (7 hours/day) Provide instruction and services including consultation, resource and evaluation information for pupils whose needs are identified in a written individualized educational program developed by an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) team and who are assigned to regular classroom teachers for a majority of a school day. ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

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