Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Liability insurance

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students in Colorado Springs, CO for the 2026–2027 school year. You will develop and implement IEPs, provide individualized instruction, and collaborate with school teams.

The role offers up to $65+ per hour, full-time or part-time schedules, W-2 employment, health benefits, and professional development reimbursement. Join a therapist-led team dedicated to equity and student success.

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Special Education teaching license with endorsement.
• Experience in a school-based setting preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group specialized instruction.
• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Attend IEP meetings and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

IEP development

Collaboration

Individualized instruction

Behavior support

Education

Colorado teaching license (Special Education endorsement)

Job description

## Special Education TeacherApply: On-Site: Colorado Springs, CO: Full time: Posted Today: R-103757**Job Title:**Special Education Teacher**Pay Range:**$50-$65/hourly**Job Description:****Up to $65+/hour | Colorado Springs, CO | Full-Time & Part-Time Available | 2026–2027 School Year | Starting ASAP**### **Position Details:*** Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities* Resource & Center Based* School-based setting in Colorado Springs* Starting ASAP for the 2026-2027 School Year ### **About the Role**Hello, Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a **Special Education Teacher** to support students in **Colorado Springs, CO** for the 2026–2027 school year. In this role, you’ll provide individualized and small-group instruction, support students with diverse learning needs, develop and implement IEPs, and collaborate with school teams to help students succeed.You’ll work alongside a collaborative school team and receive support from Ampersand Therapy throughout your assignment.### **Why Join Us*** **Competitive pay (Up to $65+/hour)** + stable school-year schedule* Full-time, consistent hours* Supportive 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*** Provide individualized and small-group specialized instruction* Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs* Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families* Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed* Provide academic and behavioral support* Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs* Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary collaboration* Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports### **What We’re Looking For*** **Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement*** Experience in a school-based setting preferred, but not required* Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills* Ability to provide individualized support and instruction* Passion for helping students with diverse learning needs succeed### **About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued. *Benefits apply to 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 identity characteristics. 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!