Impactful SPED Teacher for Student Growth

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 is seeking a qualified teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Colorado Springs. You will meet and instruct assigned classes, plan curricula, and guide students toward curriculum goals while maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.

The role requires a Colorado teaching license in the relevant endorsement, meeting in-field requirements, and completing background screening. Salary is based on experience and education and starts around $50,500+ per year.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to receive a Colorado Teaching License with endorsement within 30 days of the candidate's start date in this teaching position.
• Endorsed in the content area, have passed Praxis in the content area, and/or have 24 semester credits in the content area as identified by the Colorado Department of Education.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for college and career readiness.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written formats with students, parents, and teammates.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds.

Education

Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement

Praxis exam in content area

24 semester credits in content area

Transcripts required

Criminal background check and District fingerprinting

Job description

Harrison School District 2 is seeking a qualified teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Colorado Springs. You will meet and instruct assigned classes, plan curricula, and guide students toward curriculum goals while maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.

The role requires a Colorado teaching license in the relevant endorsement, meeting in-field requirements, and completing background screening. Salary is based on experience and education and starts around $50,500+ per year.