Special Education Teacher, Grades 9-12 | IEP Advocate

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Telehealth and Virtual Counseling

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Saving Plan

Paid Time Off

School Hours and Paid Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a Special Education Teacher for Grades 9-12 in a learning center setting, delivering IEP-driven instruction and personalized learning experiences.

You'll design lessons, track progress, collaborate in a team, and support students with diverse needs using PBIS and innovative curriculum resources. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or special education.
• Active CO teaching credential or in process.
• CO state special education endorsement in process.
• Crisis management training certification.
• Experience with IEP goals and differentiated instruction.
• Experience with students with ES disabilities/autism and related needs.
• Experience with students with IEPs and individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional processes for Grades 9-12 with IEPs.
• Deliver targeted instruction using innovative curricula and software.
• Develop detailed daily lesson plans aligned to standards.
• Track progress and prepare comprehensive student reports.
• Collaborate in co-teaching environments to meet IEP goals.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt curricula for diverse learners.
• Utilize PBIS and engaging instructional methods.
• Maintain organized, safe classroom and manage resources.
• Support school community with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

PBIS implementation

Collaboration

Crisis management training

Communication skills

Behavioral support

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or special education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Education software

Data management

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a Special Education Teacher for Grades 9-12 in a learning center setting, delivering IEP-driven instruction and personalized learning experiences.

You'll design lessons, track progress, collaborate in a team, and support students with diverse needs using PBIS and innovative curriculum resources. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with competitive benefits.