State Teacher I - Fort Logan

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Colorado's Department of Human Services, Colorado Mental Health Hospital Fort Logan in Denver, is seeking a State Teacher I to provide educational programming for adolescent and adult patients with disabilities. The role focuses on special education services, IEP development, progress monitoring, and collaboration with treatment teams to support patient therapy and GED preparation.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and Colorado teaching licensure with a Special Education,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
• Current, valid Initial or Professional Teacher license issued by the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement in Special Education, Math or English.

Responsibilities

• Routinely develops, researches, monitors & adapts learning activities to meet a variety of individual needs, learning abilities, and disabilities using prescriptive lesson plans and data.
• Routinely assesses students and uses assessment data to guide instruction.
• Develops lesson plans to facilitate student progress as required by the supervisor.
• Maintains attendance, grades, and essential academic data.
• Participates in IEP meetings and assists in developing the IEP and monitoring progress toward goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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State of Colorado

Location

Full Time

Job Number

IIC 07553 10/20/2026

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OBH - CMHIFL

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/3/2026 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada)

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

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Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.

Department Information

Replacement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.

The Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (CMHHIFL) is one of two state hospitals serving our community. The vision of CMHHIFL is to provide the highest quality mental health services to persons with complex, serious, and persistent mental illness within the resources available. Our mission is to support those individuals in achieving their recovery goals and reaching their full potential. CMHHIFL provides inpatient treatment to adolescent and adult patients, generally between the ages of 11-59. The hospital currently has 154 inpatient hospital beds over seven treatment milieus serving civil and forensic individuals. Medical services, occupational therapy, neuropsychological-rehabilitation services, and trauma-informed care services are available for all patients throughout the hospital.

• Individual dignity and respect.
• Person-centered, evidence-based care.
• Trauma informed recovery.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Diversity and inclusion.
• Strong family and community partnerships.

Description of Job

You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times

Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.

The position exists to provide educational programming for adolescent and adult patients. The primary need is to provide special education services and case management for youth 12-21 with disabilities. This position provides educational experiences that are integral to patient therapy allowing many patients to advance their knowledge, learn coping skills related to their disability, and study for their GED. In addition, federal legislation such as the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the state of Colorado's Exceptional Children's Educational Act (ECEA) mandate a free and appropriate education for individuals under the age of twenty-two and or patients with Individualized Educational Plans. This position allows us to better meet our legal obligations to patients such as maintaining Individualized Education Plans and providing educational programming to patients.

Summary of this position: The position exists to provide educational programming for adolescent and adult patients. The primary need is to provide special education services and case management for youth 12-21 with disabilities. This position provides educational experiences that are integral to patient therapy allowing many patients to advance their knowledge, learn coping skills related to their disability, and study for their GED. In addition, federal legislation such as the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the state of Colorado's Exceptional Children's Educational Act (ECEA) mandate a free and appropriate education for individuals under the age of twenty-two and or patients with Individualized Education Plans. This position allows us to better meet our legal obligations to patients such as maintaining Individualized Education Plans and providing educational programming to patients.

Primary Job Duties:

Instruction:

• Routinely develops, researches, monitors & adapts learning activities to meet a variety of individual needs, learning abilities, and disabilities utilizing prescriptive lesson plans, software, student progress data, testing data, various assessments, continuous evaluation, and various assignments-related to the content area being taught.
• Routinely assess students and utilize assessment data to guide instruction.
• Routinely develops lesson plans to facilitate student progress as required/requested by the supervisor.
• Utilizes/incorporates scientific-based learning approaches & teaching methods supported by data & research.
• Maintains attendance, grades, and essential academic data.
• Maintains classroom/patient data to support educational growth and sound teaching methods.
• Participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings and assists in developing the IEP as deemed appropriate by the supervisor. Monitoring patient progress towards IEP goals and objectives and documenting services.
• Assists with unit and department management needs providing expertise, schedules, coverage, and filling short-term vacancies.

Medical Records/Assessment/Monitoring:

• Provides treatment team with formal and informal assessments of individual student’s' academic, social, affective, and job-related needs.
• Develop an individualized Education Plan and plan of care with measurable goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Monitors student progress and behaviors within the education program and records weekly/monthly progress and observations through designated electronic health records Effectively utilizes learning programs including educational software, academic books, worksheets, and resources to monitor student progress, compile reports, and improve student learning.
• Regular reads/reviews plan of care on all patients under the employee’s charge as they are formulated or updated and signs each new or revised plan of care ensuring educational objectives and interventions are entered into the patient’s plan of care.
• Works with treatment teams and care providers to coordinate educational and therapeutic interventions and treatment schedules.
• Share information about the student’s affective, academic, vocational, treatment goals, and behavioral progress utilizing weekly progress notes, team meetings, treatment plan reviews, and department meetings.

Information Dissemination and Professional Development:

• Participates in regularly scheduled unit, program, department, and team meetings as required by the supervisor.
• Attends patient staffing/plan of care meetings as needed to facilitate program implementation and communicate patient progress in the education program.
• Increases instructional skills and strategies, is knowledgeable of current occupational trends, and maintains licensure requirements through participation in department and program meetings, in-services, and professional growth activities.
• Utilizes new and existing technologies, keyboarding skills, and computers to improve communication, improve job efficiency, input data, maintain electronic health record notes, maintain records, and exchange information using email.
• Maintains and develops competencies and skills by attending mandatory training and special training as needed and assigned.
• Complies with all CMHHIFL requirements for in-service training and meets the necessary requirements for maintaining appropriate licensure and certification.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Any duties that may arise to meet the mission of the unit and department not covered in duties listed above.
• This position performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

*** PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. YOU MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR IT. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS ON TIMELINES TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION - ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED AND ALL TRANSCRIPTS MUST HAVE SCHOOL NAME, YOUR NAME, AND ALL PAGES- THIS IS THE FIRST EVALUATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS***

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
• Current, valid Initial or Professional Teacher license issued by the Colorado Department of Education - with an endorsement in Special Education, Math or English.

Current, valid Interim Teacher license, or Temporary Educator Eligibility Authorization will substitute for the Colorado Initial or Professional Teacher license.

Current, valid Colorado Adult Basic Education Authorization, Initial Special Services, or Special Services license will substitute for the Colorado Initial or Professional Teacher license.

Special Qualifications:

• Applicant must possess a current Secondary Education license from the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement in Special Education, Math, or English. Shall not initiate or engage in sexual, social, personal or financial relationships with patients either during anytime after hospitalization, even if the patient requests or initiates such a relationship. All relationships with current or former patients must be disclosed on your application Successfully pass all modules of the CMHHIFL New Employee Orientation core curriculum to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics Possess the physical ability to successfully complete hospital-adopted physical interventions and CPR Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled containment to the floor Withstand impact on own body using an ASP shield. Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for using a defensive tactic Kneel on one or both knees and stand up again with multiple repetitions Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situation Ability to read and comprehend the English language; effectively and fluently communicates in English, both verbally and in writing Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings Willing and able to travel 2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire Annual influenza vaccination Must have active, current and unencumbered teacher certification from the State of Colorado.

Preferred Candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Candidate will have worked with adolescents that have special needs

Conditions of Employment:

• Full Background - CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference checks, Professional License Verification (if applicable), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services Only), For those with direct contact with children: Trails check and DIANA Screener - For those with direct contact with adults at the Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers and Veterans Community Living Centers: CAPS.
• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License
• Travel – Travel to meetings, training, etc., Driver’s license needed to transport patients in state vehicle from patient unit to area that educational services are provided.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation.

• Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

• A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
• You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

• After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

• Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
• If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

• Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights:

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review. You can find the official appeal form here.
• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
  • By email ([e-mail]), or Postmarked in US Mail to (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At [phone], or
• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental Information

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
• Employee Wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

• CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
• This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] .

EEO Statement: The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

• We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL