Impactful SPED Teacher (K-5) - Onsite Thornton

E-Therapy; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and growth

Job summary

E-Therapy is hiring an Onsite Special Education Teacher (Affective Needs) in Thornton, CO for the 26/27 school year. The role involves developing IEPs, providing targeted instruction, and collaborating with families and school staff.

We require a CO Special Education credential with prior experience in schools. This full-time, onsite position offers a competitive hourly rate starting at $46/hour and a supportive, collaborative team focused on student growth and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid state teaching license or certification in Special Education.
• Previous experience teaching students with disabilities in a school setting.
• Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Special Education Teacher in state in which they live (and in which they are teaching if remote)
• Passionate about working with students in a virtual or on-site setting to help them achieve their best
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and behavior management techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, school staff, and related service providers.
• Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities, based on thorough assessments and collaboration with parents, school staff, and related service providers.
• Provide specialized instruction in core academic subjects and functional skills, adapting curriculum materials and teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Use evidence-based teaching practices and assistive technologies to facilitate student learning and achievement.
• Monitor and assess students' progress towards IEP goals, adjusting instructional strategies and interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to promote inclusive practices and provide accommodations and modifications for students in the general education setting.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress, IEP meetings, and communication with parents and other stakeholders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP meetings and student support team meetings, to develop and review student progress and interventions.
• Provide support and guidance to paraprofessionals and other support staff working with students with disabilities.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Behavior management

Communication

Collaboration

IEP knowledge

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Master's in Special Education

State Teaching License in Special Education

Licensure eligibility

Job description

E-Therapy is hiring an Onsite Special Education Teacher (Affective Needs) in Thornton, CO for the 26/27 school year. The role involves developing IEPs, providing targeted instruction, and collaborating with families and school staff.

We require a CO Special Education credential with prior experience in schools. This full-time, onsite position offers a competitive hourly rate starting at $46/hour and a supportive, collaborative team focused on student growth and success.