Special Education Teacher | Thornton, Colorado

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to support middle school students in a full-time contract role. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive educational environment. Two roles are available: one as an Affective Needs teacher at Northglenn Middle School and another as a Learning Specialist at Thornton Middle School.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Valid CO Department of Education Teaching License with a Special Education Generalist (Ages 5-21) endorsement
• Proven experience working in special education settings, especially supporting students with moderate-severe disabilities and/or autism
• Familiarity with behavior assessments and strategies such as Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Ability to collaborate with general education staff, families, and related service providers
• Strong classroom management and communication skills

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student needs
• Facilitate instruction in either Affective Needs or as a Learning Specialist, depending on assignment
• For the Affective Needs role: support students with significant social, emotional, or behavioral concerns
• For the Learning Specialist role: lead four supplemental support classes, focusing on math and literacy interventions
• Collect data and monitor student progress towards academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals
• Participate in team meetings, parent conferences, and staff professional development
• Complete all necessary documentation and district-required paperwork in a timely manner

Benefits:

• Structured, ongoing support from both on-site teams and your dedicated account manager
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in a rewarding and dynamic educational setting

If you have a passion for supporting students with diverse needs and hold the required licensure, seize this opportunity to make a real difference. Apply now to advance your career in special education!

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.82 to $49.82. 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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