Special Education Teacher - Aurora, Colorado

Job Description

Job Description

Make an impact in early childhood special education by working with a supportive and collaborative team focused on serving a diverse community. This contract opportunity, located near Aurora, CO, offers the chance to work across two elementary schools as well as at the district level, performing meaningful evaluations for young learners in need of specialized support. Your bilingual expertise and dedication will directly influence positive outcomes for children and families in the region.

Key Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license with Early Childhood Special Education (SPED) endorsement
• Fluent bilingual skills essential for conducting comprehensive evaluations
• Experience in early childhood special education, child find processes, or school psychology
• Familiarity with assessment and evaluation of children ages preschool to early elementary
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with an ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct bilingual child find evaluations at North Star Elementary, Centennial Elementary, and district-level sites as needed
• Participate as a member of a district-wide evaluation team to identify supports for young children with unique needs
• Complete all documentation and processes in a timely, organized manner
• Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and school staff to ensure optimal outcomes for every student evaluated
• Maintain compliance with district and state requirements for special education assessment and reporting

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Enjoy a flexible, supportive work environment with 37.5 hours per week
• Opportunity to make a visible difference within multiple school communities
• Experience diverse caseloads and varied placements for continuous professional growth
• Keep your career on track with timely district credentialing and assignment processes

If you are ready to apply your bilingual skills and early childhood expertise to inspire brighter futures for children, submit your application today! Take the next step in your career and help shape the path for young learners.

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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