Middle School Special Education Learning Specialist

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Learning Specialist for Carmody Middle School (Grades 6–8) in Lakewood. The role focuses on developing and implementing individualized instruction for students with diverse disabilities, closely monitoring progress and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates hold a Colorado Special Education Generalist license. The position emphasizes collaboration with general educators, families, and support staff to optimize student

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Colorado teaching license with Special Education Generalist endorsement.
• Training emphasis in Learning Disabled/Perceptual/Communicative preferred.
• Experience with educationally disabled students and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized instruction for students with diverse disabilities.
• Collaborate with general educators to adapt curriculum and communicate student needs.
• Develop and review individualized behavioral plans for designated students.
• Lead IEP and referral meetings with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain ongoing communication with teachers, staff, students and parents.
• Create a safe, supportive environment and support student success.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Progress monitoring

Behavioral management

Education

Colorado teaching license (Special Education Generalist)

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Learning Specialist for Carmody Middle School (Grades 6–8) in Lakewood. The role focuses on developing and implementing individualized instruction for students with diverse disabilities, closely monitoring progress and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates hold a Colorado Special Education Generalist license. The position emphasizes collaboration with general educators, families, and support staff to optimize student