Special Education Teacher in Littleton, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Step into an impactful role supporting neurodiverse learners as a Special Education professional working with students in an ASD-focused classroom. This on-site position offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in a well-supported environment working alongside a dedicated team in a single elementary school setting. The assignment is full-time (37.5 hours per week), beginning ASAP and continuing through late May 2027, providing valuable consistency and care to a cohort of older elementary students (primarily grades 1–5).

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the lead teacher for an ASD classroom, delivering individualized instruction to approximately 10 students.
• Develop and implement behavior and co-regulation supports tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate daily with a team of experienced paraprofessionals to ensure a structured and supportive environment.
• Provide mentorship and training to a paraprofessional interested in pursuing an alternative licensure program.
• Support students with physical and personal care needs, including diapering as needed.
• Create a nurturing, consistent classroom for students who have experienced disruption this school year.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Active Colorado Department of Education Teacher License with Special Education Generalist Endorsement (Ages 5–21) required.
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred.
• Background in behavior support and co-regulation strategies strongly valued; BCBA candidates or certified special education teachers with mentoring capacity are ideal.
• Ability to clear district background check and fingerprinting requirements.
• Compassion, patience, and enthusiasm for building lasting student relationships.

In returning this class to stability, you will build skills, grow as a leader, and play a vital part in student and staff success. Ready to provide transformational support to students and colleagues? Apply today to make the difference these learners deserve!

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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