Special Education Teacher - Immersion Charter School

Global Village Academy Collaborative; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Village Academy Collaborative in Colorado is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs and help them succeed academically, socially, and in daily living skills. You will design IEP-based lessons, collaborate with general education teachers, and implement evidence-based practices within an immersion environment.

The role emphasizes individualized planning, ongoing progress monitoring, and strong communication with families and administrators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Colorado Special Education Teacher License.
• All core content teachers must be highly qualified in the applicable field or grade level.
• One year of working with students in a school setting preferred.
• Familiarity with IEP process.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' skills to determine needs and develop teaching plans.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student.
• Plan, organize, and assign activities specific to each student's abilities.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.
• Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals.
• Discuss student's progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Support the school's mission and curriculum.
• Other duties as assigned by Principal.
• Reinforce school-wide rules and expectations in the classroom.
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, teachers and colleagues.
• Assist in the design and implementation of research-based curriculum.
• Maintain the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through continuous reflection.

Skills

Familiarity with IEP process

Analytical problem solving

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Flexibility and initiative

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

CO Special Education Teacher License

Job description

Global Village Academy Collaborative in Colorado is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs and help them succeed academically, socially, and in daily living skills. You will design IEP-based lessons, collaborate with general education teachers, and implement evidence-based practices within an immersion environment.

The role emphasizes individualized planning, ongoing progress monitoring, and strong communication with families and administrators.