Special Education Teacher - Significant Support Needs

Pediatric Developmental Services; Elizabeth (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Mentorship program

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services in Colorado is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support K-12 students with IEPs in a dynamic school setting. You will collaborate with staff and families, develop lesson plans, and participate in IEP meetings to drive student progress.

Applicants should hold a Colorado State Special Services Provider or State Teacher's License and a Master’s in Special Education, with experience in K-12 environments. We offer competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Colorado licensure or equivalent credential is required.
• Master's degree in Special Education is required.
• Experience working with K-12 students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Communicate progress with staff and families.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and obtain administrator approval.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Apply individualized reinforcement techniques to support student growth.
• Encourage family involvement in each student's progress.
• Prepare and share quarterly progress reports.
• Collaborate with on-site therapists on behavioral issues.
• Maintain a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

IEP development

Family collaboration

Education

Colorado State Special Services Provider OR State Teacher's License

Master's Degree in Special Education

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher 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 Special 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
• Great Mentorship Program!

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• ***Colorado State Special Services Provider OR State Teacher's License required**
• Master's Degree in Special Education
• Experience working with K-12 children

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.