SPED Teacher - Moderate Needs (Full-Time, Inclusive)

Douglas County School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 56,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA

FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a SPED Teacher for Moderate Needs at South Ridge Elementary. The role focuses on inclusive practices within PK-12, delivering individualized services and coordinating IEPs, with emphasis on behavior support and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education license; Colorado READ Act designation is preferred. The schedule is 40 hours per week with benefits and a competitive salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's Degree and Special Education licensure.
• Colorado READ Act designation or ability to obtain it.
• Experience with IEP development and implementation; strong written/oral communication.
• Ability to manage behavior and adapt instruction to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Manage student behavior in the classroom per school rules using planned procedures.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities fostering active learning and clear objectives.
• Maintain accurate progress records and complete required reports.
• Participate in meetings with department, school staff, and parents; support extracurricular activities.
• Incorporate technology to deliver learning materials and monitor student performance.
• Collaborate with team members to support students and families.

Skills

Instructional planning

IEPs

Case management

Written and oral communication

Collaboration

Technology integration

Behavior management

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Colorado READ Act designation (preferred/license)

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Douglas County School District is seeking a SPED Teacher for Moderate Needs at South Ridge Elementary. The role focuses on inclusive practices within PK-12, delivering individualized services and coordinating IEPs, with emphasis on behavior support and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education license; Colorado READ Act designation is preferred. The schedule is 40 hours per week with benefits and a competitive salary schedule.