Early Childhood Special Education Teacher 2026-27

Woodland Park School District RE-2; Divide (CO); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Woodland Park School District RE-2 seeks an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to maximize learning for students with significant needs. You will develop IEPs, implement behavior plans, and collaborate with families and professionals.

The role requires ECSE certification, a relevant degree, and prior SPED experience. Occasional travel to district buildings and meetings is expected, with a 40-hour week and 178 days per year.

Formación

• State certification as ECSE teacher is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with endorsement in ECSE.
• Prior special education teaching experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct assessments and diagnostic exams to identify learning issues.
• Participate in PPTs and develop IEPs for students.
• Assist in implementing IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and administrators as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide progress reports.
• Encourage parental involvement and effective communication.
• Orient new teachers and provide in-service guidance.
• Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain inventory.
• Travel to district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Conocimientos

Special Education knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Education laws

IT literacy

Organization

Communication with parents

Self-evaluation

Collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher with ECSE endorsement

State Certification as ECSE Teacher

Descripción del empleo

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment. This position will serve our early childhood special education students with the more significant needs.

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• State Certification as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors or higher with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education

Experience

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Compensation

• Minimum Compensation (based on 100% FTE): $43,051- $55,000, commensurate with qualifications
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Hours per Day: 8
• Number of Days per Year: 178

FLSA Status: Exempt