How much does a Special Education Teacher make in California? The average Special Education Teacher salary in California is $69,373 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $54,689 and $90,855. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Special Education Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Education Teacher Salary $41,320 CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Special Education Teacher Salary $54,689 CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Special Education Teacher Salary $69,373 CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Special Education Teacher Salary $90,855 CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Special Education Teacher Salary $110,414 CA April 24, 2024
25% $54,689 10% $41,320 90% $110,414 75% $90,855 $69,373 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Special Education Teacher need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.

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Background Check: A background check or background investigation is a review of a potential employee's criminal, commercial and financial records. The goal of background checks is to ensure the safety and security of the employees in the organisation

Analysis 6.28%
CPR 1.99%
Background Check 1.27%
Others 90.46%

Job Description for Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher instructs special education students in a classroom setting. Prepares lesson plans and instructional materials designed to meet the needs of individual students. Being a Special Education Teacher develops individualized education plans, and evaluates and monitors students' performance. Resolves classroom issues and conflicts. Additionally, Special Education Teacher may provide behavioral consultation or implement therapeutic programs for students. May mentor teaching aides. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require state-specific special education teaching license. Typically requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a principal. The Special Education Teacher occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Special Education Teacher typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $66,291 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $67,234 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $69,624 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $66,165 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $64,467 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $68,618 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $66,480 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $62,643 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $76,731 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $76,543 Date Updated April 24, 2024
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