Special Education Teacher in Thornton, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a transformative role supporting students with diverse learning needs in welcoming school communities near Thornton and Westminster, CO! Full-time, onsite positions are open for Special Education Teachers dedicated to fostering student growth and development for the 2026-2027 school year (July 27, 2026 – May 21, 2027), with a weekly commitment of 37.5 hours and single school assignments.

Three distinct specialties are available:

• Learning Specialist: Support elementary students with mild to moderate needs in an inclusive, collaborative setting.
• Affective Needs Specialist: Lead a small team, serving students with complex emotional and behavioral disabilities. Skills in CPI, de-escalation, ABA principles, and autism-focused interventions are valued.
• Structured Learning Services Specialist: Serve a small, self-contained caseload of students experiencing significant cognitive and behavioral challenges. Experience in behavioral strategies, station-based routines, and working with autism and cognitive disabilities is a priority.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license with Special Education Generalist (5-21) endorsement.
• Direct experience in elementary special education settings.
• Familiarity with CPI, de-escalation techniques, ABA, the Denver model, and individualized behavioral strategies.
• Experience leading paraprofessionals and collaborating with multidisciplinary providers.
• Autism and cognitive disabilities expertise, depending on assignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized instruction and accommodations to support student IEP goals.
• Work closely with general educators, service providers (speech/OT/psych), and families.
• Manage classroom behavior and foster a safe, supportive environment.
• Model and guide best practices in behavioral strategies.

This district is highly supportive of its contracted staff and values strong personality matches within their collaborative teams. Fast, streamlined interviews will be conducted with school principals and support service personnel to ensure an ideal fit. Comprehensive credentialing support is provided to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Ready to make a difference in a nurturing and inclusive educational environment? Submit your application now to embark on a fulfilling journey helping students thrive!

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.34 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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