Autism SPED Teacher: Transformative Class Leader

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fountain (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 is seeking a Special Education/SPED Teacher for Aragon Elementary School. The position emphasizes significant support and autism-focused instruction with state and federal compliance requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado teaching certificate in Special Education, is Highly Qualified, and can enroll in licensure programs if needed. Salary and benefits reflect district policies and the 187-day annual calendar.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in area of assignment.
• Must be Highly Qualified by CDE's standards in Special Education.
• Endorsed in Special Education.
• - OR -
• PLACE Special Education Generalist exam
• Endorsement must be Special Education.
• Applicants with a BA (or higher) AND who are in (or willing to be in) a Special Education program are eligible to apply.
• Can be enrolled in a TEE or Alternative Licensure program.
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate.

Skills

Oral and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Special ed theory

Special ed laws

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching certificate

CDE Highly Qualified

Special Education endorsement

TEE/Alternative licensure

Job description

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 is seeking a Special Education/SPED Teacher for Aragon Elementary School. The position emphasizes significant support and autism-focused instruction with state and federal compliance requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado teaching certificate in Special Education, is Highly Qualified, and can enroll in licensure programs if needed. Salary and benefits reflect district policies and the 187-day annual calendar.