Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 68,880 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 employment with liability保险

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure reimbursement

Professional development reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students in Arvada, CO. You will develop IEPs and provide individualized instruction in a collaborative environment with a therapist-owned team.

Must hold a Colorado Special Education license. The role offers a full-time, on-site position with benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement.
• Strong classroom management and collaboration skills.
• School-based experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs.
• Provide specialized instruction across academic subjects.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction; write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation.
• Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies for diverse learning needs.
• Incorporate technology and educational resources to enhance learning.

Skills

IEP development

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Colorado teaching license (CDE) Special Education

Job description

## Special Education TeacherApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Arvada, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-101810**Job Title:**Special Education Teacher**Pay Range:**$50-65/hour**Job Description:****Up to $65+/hour | Arvada, CO | Full-Time | 2026–2027 School Year |****Multiple Special Education Teacher Openings****Position Details:*** Elementary and High School openings available* ASD and SSN center-based classrooms* Full-Time, 1.0 FTE* Starting August 2026 for the entire school year**About the Role**Ampersand Therapy is hiring Special Education Teachers to support students in Arvada, CO. In this role, you'll provide individualized instruction, develop IEPs, and create inclusive learning environments that help students succeed. You'll work with a collaborative school district and a supportive, therapist-owned team dedicated to helping both students and educators thrive.**Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $65+/hour) + stable school-year schedule* Multiple placement options based on your experience and preference* Supportive, local district partnership* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure and professional development + referral bonuses**What You'll Do*** Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs* Provide specialized instruction across academic subjects* Manage classroom behavior and create a structured, supportive environment* Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families* Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly* Write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation* Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies for diverse learning needs* Incorporate technology and educational resources to enhance learning**What We're Looking For*** Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement* Strong classroom management and collaboration skills* School-based experience preferred, but not required**About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support, mentorship, and professional growth so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to making a positive impact in schools while creating a workplace where every team member feels valued.*Benefits apply to employees working 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.*Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.Please reach out to [e-mail] if you have any questions!We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!