ISCA- Special Education Mentor in Simi Valley, California at ISCA

Application Deadline: Thursday, 5/28/2026 @ 4:00pm

ABOUT INSIGHT SCHOOLS OF CALIFORNIA:
Insight Schools of California (a network of three public charter schools) delivers online/virtual home based-instruction to students in grades 9-12 in California. Insight Schools of California serves at-risk students. We use K12, inc. as our curriculum provider for the basis of instruction and teachers provide live instruction via the Engageli platform. While our schools do offer some scheduling flexibility, students are still required to maintain daily attendance, attend instructional sessions, and complete their coursework each day.
HOURS AND SALARY INFORMATION:
Full Time: Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:00pm. You are not allowed to have another job during these contracted hours.
Salary Range: $64,910.16 - $117,194.86

We do participate in CalSTRS. Please contact your CalSTRS counselor about how employment with Insight Schools of California may affect your personal STRS account. Only full time employees are offered health, dental, and vision benefits. Benefits information is only given out upon offer. We do provide training for all programs and we have a great staff to serve as your support system.

Job Description

Job Title: Insight Special Education Mentor

Reports To: Program Specialist

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Special Education

Overview:

Virtual schools are new models in public education. They look both backward to what we know works well in educating children, and forward to see how technology can help us implement these strategies with children. Virtual school mentors are part of a pioneering effort. Our mentors, therefore, need to share the School’s pioneering mission and approach.

Summary:
The Special Education Mentor trains and supervises education specialists in relation to schoolwide and special education programs, procedures, and policies. The Sped Mentor monitors compliancy and supports the team in meeting deadlines and requirements. The Sped Mentor also serves as a member of the Insight leadership team and works collaboratively with other leaders toward accomplishing school goals and promoting student achievement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend all Insight Professional Developments (Special Education and GE) virtually or in-person as required
• Mentor and train Ed Specialist staff in understanding how to support students and provide services to ensure academic growth and support engagement
• Train Education Specialists on Insight programs and job duties
• Train Education Specialists on office document procedures
• Train and support Education Specialists on Progress Reports
• Mentor and train Education Specialists in SEIS following SELPA training
• Attend Plan Review, Eligibility Evaluation, and Amendment IEP meetings as Administrative Designee
• Review IEP documents for compliance
• Track team IEP due dates
• Supervise Education Specialists and work closely with Program Specialist to alert to any concerns
• Work collaboratively with other departments
• Support Audit files for compliance
• Case Manage and provide substitute coverage for SAI sessions on an as-needed basis
• Monitor and review student achievement (Star 360, Work Samples etc) with staff
• State Testing
• Attend SELPA trainings, as needed
• Respond as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours, to parent, student, teacher, and admin inquiries via phone and/or e-mail during regular work week
• Other duties as required by Program Specialist, as needed

Experience/Requirements:

• Extremely organized
• Flexible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Word, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook and Excel, receiving and sending fax information, scanning information
• Able to complete and review IEPs accurately
• Knowledgeable in K12 curriculum

Certificates and Licenses:

Must hold a valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate and/or Moderate/Severe Disabilities

California English Learner Authorization

Competencies:

Business Ethics:

Inspires the trust of others; Keeps commitments; Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values; Works with integrity and ethically

Communications:

Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods

Leadership:

Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires respect and trust; Motivates others to perform well; Reacts well under pressure; Shows courage to take action

Managing People:

Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Includes subordinates in planning; Makes self-available to subordinates; Provides direction and gains compliance; Provides regular performance feedback; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities

Planning & Organization:

Integrates changes smoothly; Plans for additional resources; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Sets goals and objectives; Uses time efficiently; Works in an organized manner

Quality Management:

Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Measures key outcomes; Sets clear quality requirements; Solicits and applies customer feedback

Team Leadership:

Acknowledges team accomplishments; Defines team roles and responsibilities; Ensures progress toward goals; Fosters team cooperation; Supports group problem solving

Use of Technology:

Adapts to new technologies; Demonstrates required skills; Keeps technical skills up to date; Troubleshoots technological problems; Uses technology to increase productivity

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; and experience using a student information system and/or other type of database software. Experience moderating web meetings (Blackboard Collaborate, Webinar, Webex) for small and large groups

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A flexible schedule is required.

This position is a virtual position working from a home office. Must have ability to travel throughout the school year within and between assigned geographic areas to support students, attend regularly scheduled meetings, proctor state exams and participate in school activities and orientations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

Restrictions on Time Off:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.