Special Education Teacher - Intensive Learning Center (ILC)

Pediatric Developmental Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Special Education Teacher for our Intensive Learning Center (ILC) in Colorado. The role involves creating IEPs, collaborating with staff and families, and delivering engaging lessons to K-12 students in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will hold Colorado state licensure or a valid state teaching license, have at least two years of public school classroom experience, and be in process of CDE licensure if needed.

Qualifications

• Colorado State Special Services Provider OR State Teacher's License required
• Must have or be in process of having CDE license (we cannot sign TEE)
• Experience working with K-12 children
• Must have a minimum of two years of public school classroom experience

Responsibilities

• Create and execute IEPs for each student in your care
• Communicate with staff and families about student progress
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to guide progress
• Invite family members to participate in educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over behavioral issues
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment

Skills

K-12 experience

Colorado teaching license

CDE license in progress

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher - Intensive Learning Center (ILC) to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

***Colorado State S pecial Services Provider OR State Teacher's License required**

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• ***Colorado State S pecial Services Provider OR State Teacher's License required**
• Must have or be in process of having CDE license (we cannot sign TEE)
• Experience working with K-12 children
• Must have a minimum of two years of public school classroom experience

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.