Special Education Teacher | Aurora, Colorado

ProCare Therapy; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a Special Education Teacher specializing in Autistic Support for a full-time, on-site maternity leave coverage at a welcoming elementary school near Aurora, CO. The role serves a caseload of 10-12 students with a focus on inclusive instruction and measurable progress.

You will collaborate on IEPs, engage families, and work with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining accurate records and data on student goals.

Qualifications

• Valid General Special Education Teaching License required.
• Experience with elementary students in special education.
• Expertise in supporting students on the autism spectrum.
• Strong collaboration with parents, staff, and related service providers.
• Ability to create and adapt lesson plans aligned to IEP goals.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored instruction and interventions for students receiving Autistic Support services.
• Collaborate on IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring.
• Work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth.
• Maintain accurate records and data on student performance and goals.
• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and development.

Skills

Special Education

Autism Spectrum

IEP goals

Collaboration

Education

General Special Education Teaching License

Job description

Step into a dynamic contract opportunity where you'll provide essential support as a Special Education Teacher specializing in Autistic Support. This full-time, on-site role is designed to cover a maternity leave at a welcoming elementary school located near Aurora, CO. With a manageable caseload of 10-12 students, youll play a key part in fostering an environment where every child can thrive. The schedule runs Tuesday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, offering a focused workweek with dedicated time to collaborate and make a significant difference.

What Were Looking For:

• Valid General Special Education Teaching License (required)


• Prior experience working with elementary students in special education settings


• Expertise in providing support to students on the autism spectrum


• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with parents, staff, and related service providers


• Ability to create and adapt lesson plans catering to various learning needs and IEP goals


• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

What Youll Do:

• Deliver tailored instruction and interventions for students receiving Autistic Support services


• Collaborate on IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring


• Work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth


• Maintain accurate records and data on student performance and goals


• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and development

This is an exceptional placement to share your expertise, provide meaningful support, and help shape positive educational outcomes. If youre a passionate, licensed Special Education Teacher ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today and help create brighter futures for students in need.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.82 to $49.82. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.