High School Special Education Teacher

Job overview

The High School Special Education Teacher role is onsite in San Rafael, CA, for the 2026–2027 school year. Compensation is not specified. The Helix School serves autistic students with mild to moderate support needs through academic instruction and integrated therapeutic supports. The teacher leads a classroom of 6–8 neurodivergent students, delivering differentiated instruction and supporting academic, functional, and social-emotional development. The role works with the high school team and families to address students’ individualized needs.

What you'll do

• Deliver differentiated instruction across core subjects
• support literacy, numeracy, communication, and executive functioning
• create predictable and safe classroom routines
• implement visual supports and sensory strategies
• lead the IEP process, including goals, progress monitoring, and meetings
• collaborate with aides, therapists, and families
• encourage student self-expression and confidence.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

high school special education teacher

san rafael ca

the helix school

autistic students

special education

iep

differentiated instruction

visual supports

sensory strategies

social-emotional learning

interdisciplinary team

professional development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• dedicated professional development funds.

Why this role

The school uses a relationship-based model and an interdisciplinary team that includes speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, mental health clinicians, and behavioral staff.

About the employer

The Helix School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.