District-Wide Significant Needs SPED Teacher – $10K Stipend

Durango School District 9-R; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 stipend

Job summary

Durango School District 9-R seeks a District-wide Significant Support Needs Special Education Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. Teachers may serve at K–12 and Pathways program across multiple sites including Durango High, Escalante, Miller, and Pathways.

Life Skills/AE/Significant Needs programming is emphasized with some extended year duties. Requirements include a Colorado teaching license with endorsements, as well as CDE/ESSA in-field readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited university.
• Colorado Teaching License with endorsements for the levels/subjects taught.
• Pass the PLACE or PRAXIS II test.
• Meet CDE and ESSA requirements for in-field teacher.
• May require CPI training depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Develop accommodations and curriculum modifications aligned with district outcomes.
• Create standards-aligned IEPs and ensure fidelity of implementation.
• Plan and deliver specialized instruction and assessment with general education staff.
• Supervise students and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Progress monitor student goals and communicate with families.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado Teaching License with endorsements

PLACE or PRAXIS II

CDE/ESSA In-Field

CPI training

Tools

EP software

Microsoft Office

Student Information Systems

Job description

Durango School District 9-R seeks a District-wide Significant Support Needs Special Education Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. Teachers may serve at K–12 and Pathways program across multiple sites including Durango High, Escalante, Miller, and Pathways.

Life Skills/AE/Significant Needs programming is emphasized with some extended year duties. Requirements include a Colorado teaching license with endorsements, as well as CDE/ESSA in-field readiness.