Inclusive Early Childhood SPED Teacher

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Early Childhood SPED Center Program Teacher to support 3–5 year-olds in an inclusive ECE setting. The role emphasizes developing IEPs, individualizing instruction, and collaborating with a team of educators and paraprofessionals.

The position requires a valid Colorado teaching license, experience with young students with exceptional needs, and a commitment to equity and high expectations for all learners. This is a full-time on-site role in Denver.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education required.
• Master’s degree in Deaf Education preferred for Concurrent Enrollment roles.
• Active Colorado teaching license (CDE).
• Experience with early childhood exceptional needs and IEPs.
• Experience co-teaching in core subjects and collaborating in teams.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students using varied techniques to meet diverse needs.
• Develop and monitor IEPs and BIPs for caseload.
• Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings per state and federal law.
• Assess progress and communicate with students, families, and admins.
• Maintain positive classroom environment that respects rights of others.
• Prepare lessons and adapt materials to student needs and interests.

Skills

IEP development

Co-teaching

Differentiated instruction

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Master’s degree in Deaf Education

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Early Childhood SPED Center Program Teacher to support 3–5 year-olds in an inclusive ECE setting. The role emphasizes developing IEPs, individualizing instruction, and collaborating with a team of educators and paraprofessionals.

The position requires a valid Colorado teaching license, experience with young students with exceptional needs, and a commitment to equity and high expectations for all learners. This is a full-time on-site role in Denver.