Special Education Teacher

Job Description

 Roles and Responsibilities: 

 

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Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Location: Denver, CO / Thornton, CO 80229

Caseload: 10 students

Grade levels: 4th-8th Certifications

Hours/week: 37.5

CDE Special Education License

Type: 12 months contract (School year), August 03, 2026 – May 28, 2027 (43 Weeks)

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:35 AM – 3:50 PM (37.5 Hours/Week)

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a Center-Based classroom setting for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is designed for a compassionate educator who thrives in a specialized environment, providing intensive support to students with diverse learning needs. They will lead a center-based program focused on maximizing student potential through individualized instruction, behavioral support, and collaborative care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a center-based classroom environment designed for students requiring intensive special education support.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to the unique academic and functional goals of each student.
• Design and deliver specialized instruction in core subject areas, adapting curriculum to meet varied cognitive and developmental levels.
• Facilitate behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and provide social-emotional support within a structured classroom setting.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including SLPs, OTs, and paraprofessionals, to provide holistic student care.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies based on data-driven results.
• Manage and mentor classroom paraprofessionals to ensure a cohesive and effective learning environment.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom atmosphere that respects student diversity.
• Maintain meticulous documentation for state compliance, progress reporting, and legal IEP requirements.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student achievements, challenges, and home-support strategies.
• Participate in school-wide professional development and collaborative planning sessions at Achieve Academy.
• Ensure all classroom activities align with Colorado state standards and district-level special education policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Active Colorado Special Education Certificate (Required)
• Previous experience or strong interest in Center-Based instruction
• Appropriate Special Services Provider or Teaching License for the State of Colorado
• Willingness to work with students across diverse grade levels (TBD)
• Strong skills in IEP development, data collection, and behavioral management
• Skilled at modifying lessons for students with significant cognitive or developmental delays.
• Ability to lead a classroom team of support staff and work with related service providers.
• Dedicated to supporting students in a high-needs environment with patience and professionalism.
• Understanding of the legal frameworks governing special education and IEP implementation.

Education + Experience + Salary

• Education: Colorado Special Education Certificate
• Experience: 10  Year
• Annual CTC: 80000 to  100000

Country, State and City

• United States
• Colorado
• Denver