Special Education Teacher - Mild/Mod

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 in Fort Carson, Colorado is hiring a Special Education Teacher (Moderate Needs) to work at Weikel Elementary School starting on 08/04/2026. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Colorado Teaching Certificate in Special Education. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off, along with a salary based on experience and degree status. Join a dedicated team to help support students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in the area of assignment.
• Must be Highly Qualified by CDE's standards in Special Education.

Skills

Advanced oral and written communications

Advanced interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Instructional theories and practices

Knowledge of special education legislation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Colorado Teaching Certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education/ SPED Teacher - Moderate Needs
• Date Posted: 5/8/2026
• Location: Weikel Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/04/2026

See attached job description for full details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in the area of assignment.
• Must be Highly Qualified by CDE's standards in Special Education.
• Endorsed in Special Education.
• Or: Place Special Education Generalist exam; endorsement must be Special Education.
• Applicants with a BA (or higher in any area) AND who are willing to be in a Special Education program are eligible to apply.
• Can be enrolled in a TEE or Alternative Licensure program.
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Advanced oral and written communications.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Advanced time management, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Knowledge and use of instructional theories, models of practice, principles, and evidence-based practice related to special education.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures that mandate and guide special education.

Salary

Certified salary is based upon degree status and years of experience. Horizontal advancements are based upon "Graduate" level credits and staff development hours obtained after the last degree was conferred.

One year of credit will be provided for each year of approved outside teaching experience.

Benefits

Fountain-Fort Carson School District #8 provides medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, life, long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment insurances, and paid time off benefits. There are district and employee contributions to some or most of these benefits.

Employment Period

187 days per year