Step into a meaningful role supporting students with unique learning needs in the North Denver area. We're seeking passionate Special Education Teachers committed to making a lasting difference for the 2026-2027 school year. Positions are available both full-time (37.5 hours per week) and part-time (.5 FTE), with assignments at a single campus—each geared toward fostering growth, independence, and academic success.
What You’ll Bring:
- Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching certification with Special Education endorsement.
- Experience supporting students with significant autism needs; familiarity with AAC devices strongly preferred.
- Skill in cultivating life skills and adaptive strategies for elementary-aged students.
- Background in de-escalating challenging behaviors and implementing data-driven systems.
- Ability to mentor and manage other adults in a team-teaching model.
- Comfort and sensitivity providing instruction to non-verbal students and those with a wide range of support needs—cognitive, mobility, communication, and social/emotional.
Your Core Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialized instruction in structured or self-contained learning environments for students K–12 (classroom sizes around 8–15).
- Build classroom communities that encourage skill development and emotional regulation.
- Collaborate with paraeducators, other teachers, and specialized service providers to maximize student success.
- Implement individualized educational and behavioral plans, consistently collecting and analyzing data to tailor instruction and support.
- Create and maintain a safe, positive learning space that values each child’s unique abilities.
You’ll excel in a collaborative school culture, supported by dedicated paras, fellow educators, and a responsive district team. Full-time and part-time contract options offer variety and work-life balance.
Make an impact where your expertise is valued, your support is crucial, and every day is an opportunity to inspire. Apply now to begin your next chapter shaping bright futures—your commitment can change lives!
Compensation for this position ranges from $31.34 to $50.82. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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