Special Education Teacher in Littleton, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract role making a difference in the lives of students with special needs in the Littleton, CO area! Multiple full-time opportunities are now available for passionate, skilled Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Each role is on-site and offers a chance to support one school community, collaborating with dynamic teams and impacting students with a variety of needs.

Open assignments include:

• Mild/Moderate Learning Specialist roles at elementary schools, providing targeted academic and behavioral support within inclusive settings.
• Affective Needs positions working with students with more significant emotional and behavioral disabilities — leading a small team and drawing on skills in de-escalation, ABA, FBA/BIP, and autism interventions.
• Structured Learning Services for students with severe cognitive and behavioral disabilities, overseeing a self-contained classroom and collaborating closely with service providers (speech, OT, psychology).

Qualifications:

• Active Colorado Department of Education Teacher License with Special Education Generalist (5-21) endorsement
• Experience supporting students with mild to severe disabilities and differentiating instruction
• Familiarity with CPI, ABA, Denver Model, FBA/BIP development (required for more intensive needs classrooms)
• Prior work with autism and behavior strategies strongly valued
• Effective communication, adaptability, and ability to motivate paraprofessional teams
• Ability to fulfill all district documentation and credentialing requirements promptly

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction and individualized education plan (IEP) implementation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families
• Manage behavioral interventions and positive supports
• Document student progress and maintain compliance standards
• Lead or support paraprofessionals as appropriate to the assignment

This is a chance to join a highly supportive district eager to welcome dedicated special educators! Interviews move quickly with school leadership and related services personnel ready to connect. If you’re committed to making a lasting impact and excited by fast-paced placement, apply today and help create inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.82 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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