Teacher, Special Education, Autism Center Program 6,7,8 All Middle School Subjects

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; Sur place; USD 56 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jeffco Public Schools in Colorado is seeking a Teacher for the ASD Center at Summit Ridge Middle School to develop and implement individualized practices for students with significant communication, cognitive, and social/behavioral needs. IDEIA-aligned instruction will be guided by frequent progress monitoring.

The role requires a valid Colorado Special Education license, experience with autism, and the ability to coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, provide staff development, and maintain

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado teaching license with Special Education Generalist endorsement.
• Experience working with students with significant communication, cognitive, or social/behavioral needs.
• Experience or supervision of multiple adults in an educational setting.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and support individualized practices for students with significant communication, cognitive, and/or social/behavioral needs, guided by IDEIA and frequent progress monitoring.
• Lead collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and provide professional learning for staff.
• Organize, supervise, and coordinate responsibilities of multiple adults in the classroom.
• Maintain positive communication with parents and staff and ensure a safe, engaging learning environment.

Formation

Colorado teaching license with Special Education Generalist endorsement

Description du poste

Teacher, Special Education, Autism Center Program 6,7,8 All Middle School Subjects

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Summit Ridge Middle School serves students in Grades 6,7,8 with an academically robust curriculum. At Summit Ridge, we believe in the true middle school model of team teaching which promotes interdisciplinary instruction and coordination. Team teaching is advantageous for middle school students since it fosters closer relationships between Teachers and students and promotes collaboration among our students. Summit Ridge Middle School is in the Dakota Ridge High School articulation area which supports the Pre-K through 12th grade learning experience. Summit Ridge is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school authorized to hold IB's Middle Years Programme (MYP). This is a school-wide foundation that promotes academic rigor and includes all students in all classes. Summit Ridge offers a variety of elective classes that provide our students with an exploratory model of learning. Student athletics and extracurricular activities are highly encouraged through the Middle School sports program and school sponsored clubs.

ABOUT YOU

Jeffco is a learning organization in which all staff must grow in their capacity to support and educate all students including those with special needs. Special Education professionals are committed to providing equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities who have the right, and deserve the opportunity, to meet the challenging expectations that have been established for their non-disabled peers. Highly efficacious educators understand that their knowledge and skills can assist students in overcoming educational barriers. Maintaining a strong academic focus with quality instruction including frequent progress monitoring produces more successful outcomes for all students. A robust continuum of services driven by student needs is essential.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $57.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

ABOUT THE JOB

This position is for a Teacher who will run an ASD Center.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 11/16/2026

Teacher, SpecEd Autism CntrPrg

Annual Position

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 185

Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days , L01, 1

Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $56,085.00 - $75,142.00 Effective as of: 08-16-2026

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY Develop, implement, and support individualized practices for achieving learning outcomes for students with significant communication, cognitive, and/or social/behavioral needs, based on the requirements of Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). Will utilize evidence-based best practice and rely on frequent progress monitoring for programming adjustments. The ASD teacher will take a leadership role in collaboratively problem solving interventions for students. An essential part of this position is to effectively organize and coordinate the responsibilities of multiple adults in the educational environment.

• Understand, interpret, and implement educational assessments and prescriptive and data driven instruction relying on frequent progress monitoring for adjustments.
• Implement evidence-based best practice, including multiple methodologies, individualized for students with autism or autisc-like tendencies.
• Develop appropriate plans and materials for effective instruction in multiple educational settings.
• Develop and implement positive behavior support plans and facilitate the use of functional communication systems.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Is aware of requirements of IDEIA and conducts IEP evaluations and meetings accordingly.
• Comply with Exceptional Student Services and District policies and procedures (e.g., Medicaid billing, accident reporting).
• Organize, supervise and provide professional learning for multiple adults within the classroom.
• Maintain positive communication and relationships and provide professional learning for general education teachers, program support staff, school staff, and parents.
• Create a safe environment for students that ensures access to quality instruction.
• Provides student support around personal-care needs and other functional life skills as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Hold a valid Colorado teaching license with Special Education Generalist endorsement

EXPERIENCE

Has experience/supervised internship in working with students with significant communication, cognition, and/or social/behavioral needs. Can provide evidence of supervision and leadership of multiple adults. Has prior experience working with students on the Autism Spectrum in an educational setting. Has a working knowledge of and/or experience with behavior analysis and implementing function based behavior interventions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal routine levels of activity related to bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, reaching, sitting, standing, vision and walking, and may also involve above-average levels of activity at times that can not always be anticipated. Ability to meet physical needs of students.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions

Job Status: Ongoing

A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.