Travel Special Education Teacher | Thornton, Colorado

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting opportunities await educators passionate about making an impact! Traveling as a special education teacher offers premium compensation, non-taxable stipends, consistent job security, travel support, and comprehensive benefits—including healthcare, 401(k), and access to expert credentialing guidance. You’ll enjoy rewarding work while benefiting from a dedicated agency that ensures your experience—from onboarding to assignment completion—is seamless and fully supported.

Set in the vibrant communities neighboring Thornton, CO, this unique role positions you near the beautiful Rocky Mountains and the thriving Denver metro scene. Living and working here opens a world of outdoor adventure, excellent dining, cultural attractions, and stunning natural beauty—providing endless exploration during your downtime. Embracing a travel assignment in this area means personal adventure and professional enrichment, as you learn from diverse district practices, innovative leadership, and new peer networks, all while growing your resume with powerful, hands-on experience.

These assignments offer full-time opportunities at the middle school level: a specialized Affective Needs classroom serving students with significant social/emotional or behavioral challenges, and a Learning Specialist position focused on supplemental math and literacy instruction. Both roles allow you to expand your expertise, hone your skillset in evidence-based strategies, and create lifelong impacts for students in need.

Qualifications / Desired Experience

• Valid Colorado DOE Teaching License with Special Education Generalist (Ages 5-21) endorsement
• Experience with moderate to severe disabilities and autism preferred
• Understanding of behavioral assessments (FBAs), ABA, and similar strategies a plus
• Previous work with affective needs and/or supplemental academic support is an asset
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Timely completion of required onboarding documents

Responsibilities / Duties

• Deliver instruction and support in affective needs or literacy/math resource classrooms
• Develop individualized education plans and track progress
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective service delivery
• Implement behavior management and support strategies
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment

Benefits / Perks

• Premium pay, non-taxable stipends, and travel assistance
• Robust medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) participation for your future security
• Opportunity to discover Colorado’s landscapes, culture, and vibrant urban life

Take your next step with a career that encourages growth, values your expertise, and offers adventure in and out of the classroom. Apply today and bring your special education skills where they’re truly valued!

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.00 to $57.00. 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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