Special Education Teacher - Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO
Make a lasting difference in the lives of students as a Special Education Teacher working on-site in the greater Denver area. These contract roles focus on creating supportive, effective learning environments within elementary and high school settings, with one assignment per school. Both opportunities are in highly supportive districts that value personality fit and collaborative partnerships among staff and special service providers.
What you'll need to bring:
- Valid Colorado Department of Education Teacher license with Special Education Generalist (5-21) endorsement
- Experience with mild/moderate or affective needs populations (as relevant to the specific assignment)
- For Affective Needs placement:
- Experience supporting students with emotional and behavioral disabilities
- Strong skills in CPI or crisis de-escalation strategies
- Comfort leading a paraprofessional team
- Familiarity with ABA and FBA/BIP development
- Autism experience required; special education math experience preferred
- Positive, collaborative approach with students, families, and multidisciplinary staff
- Ability to meet time-sensitive credentialing requirements and provide necessary documentation prior to start
- Commitment to full-time hours (37.5 per week), following the school year calendar: July 27, 2026 – May 21, 2027
You will have the opportunity to:
- Deliver specialized instruction aligned with individual education plans
- Foster an inclusive, growth-focused classroom
- Provide leadership and guidance to paraprofessionals (for Affective Needs)
- Participate in dynamic IEP and team meetings
- Utilize evidence-based tools and interventions to support diverse learners
Enjoy working within a district recognized for supporting its contract professionals, valuing your input, and prioritizing a fast, personal interview process with school and district staff.
If your passion is helping students thrive and you meet the above requirements, we’d love to connect. Submit your application today to take the next step in your career as a Special Education Teacher making an impact in Denver-area schools!
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