Special Education Teacher - Mild/MOD

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fountain (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Chiropractic insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 is seeking applicants for Special Education roles starting in the 2026-2027 school year. A Bachelor's Degree and a valid Colorado Teaching Certificate are required, alongside being Highly Qualified by CDE's standards. The district offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. The employment period is 187 days per year, providing opportunities for professional growth through a structured salary schedule.

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.
• Students enrolled in a TEE or Alternative Licensure program are eligible to apply.

Job description

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 - Endorsement must be Special Education
• Applicants with a BA (or higher) in ANY area AND who are in (or 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.
• PLACE Special Education Generalist exam (as applicable)

STARTING 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

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 the 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.

Salary Schedule

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