Special Education Teacher, Nova Center

Littleton Public Schools; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life &;d-

Retirement plans: PERA, 403(b) / 401(k

457(b)

Professional development opportunities

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Littleton Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Nova Center to support students with significant social emotional and mental health needs in an elementary setting. The role emphasizes IEP development, collaboration with families and agencies, and delivering engaging instruction in a supportive environment.

The Nova Center operates within the Learning Support Services Department, serving students K-12 with specialized needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Colorado Professional Educator license.
• Experience writing and implementing IEPs is required.
• Ability to collaborate with families and agencies.
• Experience supporting students with social-emotional needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and eligibility.
• Collaborate with Nova Center team, parents, and agencies to support student success.
• Provide a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Participate in professional development and school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Special education generalist

IEP writing

Case management

Communication & collaboration

Education

Colorado Professional Educator License

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education Licensed/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/21/2026
• Location: Nova Center
• Closing Date: 10/28/2026

Special Education Teacher, Nova Center

Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you.

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtownDenver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool throughGrade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternativeprograms, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of closecommunity ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but adestination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and makemeaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Nova Center is a part of our Learning Support Services Department. This position is intended for a special education generalist who will be teaching at theelementary level. The Nova Center serves students in grades K-12 with significant social emotional and mental health needs in a separate school environment. Experience working with children with social/emotional support needs. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with the Nova team, parents and agencies. Strong student engagement skills. Must be knowledgeable in writing and implementing IEPs and case management.

DUTIES

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction, providing materials which facilitate active learning; monitor student progress and adapt course content delivery methods in orderto meet the needs of individual students; instruct and monitor students in the use of learningmaterials, technologies and equipment to support instruction.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, providing every student with high quality and culturallyrelevant instruction; create a safe, welcoming classroom environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnicdiversity of the student population and community.
• Develop and implement instructional practices and strategies that include multiple methods ofassessment, support students in meeting rigorous learning goals and engage and encouragelearners to develop deep understanding of content areas.
• Develop and implement effective classroom management strategies, providing a safe, secureand respectful learning environment; communicate student behavior expectations in a positivemanner; convey reminders, rules and expectations with consistency and equity, whilerecognizing the unique qualities and characteristics of the individual.
• Progress toward professional goals and contribute to school-wide goals through professionallearning communities, parent/student surveys, meetings, record keeping, and other measuresand methods.
• Update and maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development asrequired by school, district, state and federal policies, regulations and laws.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.

STARTING SALARY RANGE

Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE Work Year: 187 contract days (district educator calendar) FTE: 1.0

BENEFIT INFORMATION

• Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees.
• Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistanceprogram; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professionaldevelopment programs.
• Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public EmployeesRetirement Association (PERA).
• For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.littletonpublicschools.net/o/lps/page/employee-benefits