Substitute Special Education Teacher – Transition Program (18–21-year-olds)

Iu17; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a Substitute Special Education Teacher to support a Transition Program for 18–21-year-olds. You will provide meaningful instruction when the regular teacher is absent, align with lesson plans, and maintain a safe classroom.

Ideal candidates hold Colorado 3 or 5 year sub authorization or a current Colorado teaching license and a Bachelor's degree. Strong commitment to helping students gain life skills and independence is essential.

Qualifications

• Colorado 3 or 5 year sub authorization or current Colorado teaching license
• Bachelor's degree
• Criminal History Clearance

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful instruction to students in assigned classrooms while regular teacher is absent
• Review and implement regular teacher's routines, procedures, lesson plans, and curriculum objectives
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment
• Report any student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration
• Perform other duties as directed by school administration

Skills

Special Education

Transition Program experience

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Substitute Special Education Teacher – Transition Program (18–21-year-olds)

Colorado Springs, CO - Cheyenne Mountain SD (PLI), El Paso County $287.36 / Day

Substitute Special Education Teacher

We are seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher Lead to facilitate engaging activities and meaningful learning experiences within our Special Education Transition Program at Cheyenne Mountain’s Transition House.

This position works with students ages 18–21, focusing on essential life skills and preparing students for greater independence and success beyond high school. Responsibilities include facilitating hands‑on learning opportunities, coordinating community-based experiences, and leading field trips that provide students with practical skills and real‑world experiences.

Previous experience working within a Special Education Transition Program or similar setting is required. The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting students as they develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed for their next stage of life.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful instruction to students in assigned classrooms while regular teacher is absent
• Review and implement regular teacher's routines, procedures, lesson plans, and curriculum objectives
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment
• Report any student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration
• Perform other duties as directed by school administration

Qualifications

• Colorado 3 or 5 year sub authorization or current Colorado teaching license
• Bachelor's degree
• Criminal History Clearance

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About ESS

As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K‑12 school district positions including substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school support staff. Over the last 23 years, we have innovated education staffing to provide dynamic solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our team serves over 5 million students with a pool of 92,000 substitute and permanent employees throughout 34 states. Internally, the ESS team is comprised of 650 individuals with a passion for education working together to ensure our 900 partner districts experience valuable education every day.

We provide our employees with the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development.

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