Special Education Teacher

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.