SPED Teacher/The Autism Program

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Colorado is seeking a full-time SPED Teacher for The Autism Program. The ideal candidate will create a supportive learning environment, develop and implement lesson plans, and ensure students are prepared for future success. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a Colorado Teaching License. Salary starts at $50,439 based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Eligible for a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement.
• Endorsed in content area and passed relevant tests.
• Transcripts and criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment for student growth.
• Motivate students for college and career readiness.
• Develop lesson plans tailored to student needs.
• Supervise out-of-classroom activities.
• Administer standardized tests per district protocols.

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Student motivation

Lesson planning

Education

Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement

24 semester credits in content area

Job description

SPED Teacher / The Autism Program

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Job Summary

Help each student learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to his/her development as a mature, capable and responsible adult. Provide a positive, healthy and safe environment in which the student can achieve his/her maximum potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of each student. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for college and career readiness.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written formats with students, parents, and teammates.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement.
• Candidate must be endorsed in the content area, passed the PLACE or Praxis test in the content area, and/or have 24 semester credits in the content area to meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) “highly qualified” status.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Application Procedure

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Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary: $50,439. Salary placement is based on experience and education level. Click on the following link to view the full salary range on the License Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

Job Function

Education and Training. Primary and Secondary Education.

Employment Type

Full-time. Entry level.

Seniority Level

Entry level.