2026-27 Teacher Elementary Special Education-Multi-Categorical-Lopez Elementary School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Crisis Prevention Institute training

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fort Collins is seeking a dedicated educator for the Multi-Categorical Program. This full-time role requires instructing students with special needs, ensuring compliance with IEPs, and developing lesson plans. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and a valid teaching license. The position offers a salary range of $58,000 to $89,278 and includes benefits such as health and dental insurance. Interested applicants should apply directly via the job board link provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure required.
• Experience with students having special needs preferred.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and plan classroom activities for special education.
• Supervise and assist special education paraprofessionals.
• Monitor student learning and communicate progress.

Skills

Instructional planning

Behavior management

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure

Valid Colorado teaching license

Job description

Please note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on April 10, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5616347

Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5616347

Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year and will be in the Multi-Categorical Program at Lopez Elementary School.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

Pay: Determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6th, 2025).

SUMMARY:

Responsible for instructing academic functional classes to students in Integrated Services/Special Education programs in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards.

JOB TASKS:

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Course content, format, structure, and schedule. b. Classroom materials, activities, and lesson plans. c. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals, objectives, and transition plans. d. Scheduling of staff and meetings in compliance with IEPs.
• Instruct students in large, small, and/or one-on-one situations across curriculum to students with a wide range of skills.
• Organize and facilitate schedules of students and paraprofessionals and assist in the development of master schedule for the Integrated Services department.
• Assist in the supervision and direction of special education paraprofessionals.
• Create a classroom environment which maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and wellbeing of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
• Monitor student learning and progress to: a. Evaluate success of the educational approaches, specialized instruction, supports, and services. b. Adapt support as needed. c. Maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Communicate students' progress and needs with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
• Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and other special education providers to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. b. With outside agencies to promote student success. c. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: a. Department, team, building, IEP/staffing, and district meetings and discussions. b. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. c. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. d. Professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience in an educational setting with students with special needs preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.

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