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Special Education Teacher

Willow ABA Services·Littleton, Colorado

$50,000 - $70,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and Colorado academic standards for students with diverse learning needs. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of BCBAs and RBTs to provide behavioral support and maintain a structured classroom environment.

Special Education Teacher Full-Time | Year-Round School Setting | Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm

Willow Academy is thrilled to offer an opportunity for a Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team in a structured, supportive specialized day school in Littleton, CO. This is a uniquely impactful role where you can deliver individualized, specialized instruction within a collaborative environment designed to help students build the academic, behavioral, communication and functional skills needed to successfully transition to less restrictive settings.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly established facility school focused on merging the best qualities of in-center ABA services with the atmosphere of a school environment. You’ll work closely with students with intensive and diverse learning needs, collaborate with clinical and behavior teams, and receive ongoing interdisciplinary support within a highly structured model.

Why join the Willow Academy team?

At Willow Academy, we want our employees to know they are secure, significant, and accepted.

We understand that supporting students with complex learning and behavioral needs requires strong teamwork and meaningful support.

That’s why we provide robust training, daily collaboration, and ongoing mentorship.

Your onboarding will be tailored to your learning style to ensure you feel confident and supported before taking on independent responsibilities.

Just like we teach our students to embrace their differences, we encourage our team to do the same.

Your unique perspectives and strengths are not only welcome, they are needed.

We're a small, family-owned organization that prioritizes the wellbeing of our staff and students. Class sizes are intentionally small, and you’ll be supported by a comprehensive administrative, educational, and clinical team so you can focus on what matters most: delivering meaningful, high-quality instruction.

What makes this role different? • Year-Round Stability

Enjoy the structure of the school day while maintaining consistent, year-round employment.

Team-Based

Model: Work in close partnership with BCBAs, RBTs, service providers, school leadership, and families.

Integrated

Support

Model: Deliver specialized instruction within a structured environment supported by trained RBTs and BCBAs.

Room to

Grow: Our leadership invests in your long-term goals, providing mentorship and pathways for professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and Colorado academic standards
  • Design differentiated lesson plans and instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs
  • Provide instruction using a variety of teaching models
  • Ensure legal compliance in special education
  • Create and maintain a structured, supportive classroom environment
  • Collaborate with BCBAs, SLPs, RBTs, and administrative teams to implement individualized support and accommodations
  • Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals
  • Lead and participate in IEP meetings, progress reviews, and team collaboration
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and support strategies
  • Support implementation of positive behavior interventions and skill generalization
  • Ensure compliance with special education documentation and timelines
  • Participate in professional development and ongoing training
  • Support crisis prevention and de-escalation in coordination with trained staff
  • Other duties as assigned

What we are seeking

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field
  • Current Colorado Special Education Teaching License with appropriate endorsements (or in progress)
  • Experience developing and implementing IEP goals
  • Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills
  • Student-centered, strengths-based approach
  • Availability
  • Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm for on-site work

Preferred

  • Experience in specialized or alternative school settings
  • Experience supporting students with intensive behavioral needs
  • Familiarity with data-driven instruction and progress monitoring
  • Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
  • Ability to safely support students when needed

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off (3 weeks in your first year)
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Eligible for Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (CO PERA) benefits
  • Ongoing training and professional development support
  • Performance incentives based on evaluations
  • Health savings account
  • Full administrative support
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
  • Professional growth opportunities

Job Type: Full-time, on-site

Salary: $50,000-$70,000 per year

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Location: 3128 E Maplewood Ave, Littleton, CO 80121

A background and OIG check will be required for this position. Must be a U.S. authorized employer. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor individuals with a work visa at this time.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field and a current Colorado Special Education Teaching License. Candidates must have experience implementing IEP goals and be available for full-time on-site work.

  • bachelor degree
  • Communication Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Progress Monitoring
  • De-escalation
  • Behavioral Intervention
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Crisis Prevention
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • IEP Development
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Special Education Law Compliance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$50,000 - $70,000/yr
Location
Littleton, Colorado
Posted
Jun 16, 2026
Closes
Sep 14, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Willow ABA Services

At Willow ABA, We have the devotion and tools to support families and their children with Autism. We will come alongside you and your child as together you pursue a full and satisfying life.

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeSelf-Owned
Size51-200 employees
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Colorado special education roles stay in demand

Colorado schools continue to need special education teachers who can support students with learning disabilities, autism, and emotional or behavioral disorders, so candidates with current Colorado teaching and special education credentials are often competitive. Strong differentiation skills, classroom management, and experience collaborating with families and support teams can help set an application apart. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure details and tailor examples of student support in your application.

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