Special Education Teacher

Colorado-Early-Colleges-1; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Early Colleges is seeking a dedicated Special Education Instructor to support students on IEPs under the supervision of the Head of School and Academic Dean. You will help implement IEP goals, track progress, and maintain data records in a compliant, supportive environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and a Colorado teaching license for Special Education; prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education.
• Colorado teaching license for Special Education required.
• Prior special education teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students on IEPs under supervision.
• Assist with implementing IEP goals and behavior plans in small or large groups.
• Monitor student progress and maintain data, documentation, and records.
• Schedule and lead student/family/staff IEP meetings and maintain communication.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support inclusive learning environments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Colorado teaching license for Special Education

Job description

Anticipated start date is September 29, 2026Position Purpose: The Special Education Instructor works under the supervision of the Head of School and the Academic Dean to provide additional learning support and instruction to students on IEPs in accordance with CECs academic philosophy, goals, and objectives.Job Duties:Upholds CECs beliefs found on the CEC website.Conducts assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP).Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.Supports classroom teachers with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in small and/or large groups, and/or one-on-one settings.Monitors progress of students toward their IEP goals and ensuring data collection, documentation, and files are kept up-to-date.Proactively schedules and leads student/family/staff IEP meetings.Organizes and maintains Infinite Campus (IC) for accurate and complete recordkeeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievements, and daily attendance as required in CEC policies.Promotes a safe and conducive learning environment and ensures student conduct conforms with CECs Student and Family Handbook and CEC policies.Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.Collaborates with other CEC staff members and participates in staff meetings and professional development as requested by the Academic Dean.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Special Education AND Colorado teaching license for Special Education requiredPrior special education teaching experience preferred.Conditions of Employment:All offers of employment are conditional upon a successful background check and references.As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.Colorado Early Colleges is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services.*Please note that we may begin reviewing applications and make hiring decisions prior to the application deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.