Special Education Teacher in Thornton, CO
Thornton, CO
Step into a pivotal role supporting early childhood learners by providing bilingual special education services across multiple elementary campuses. This contract position is a unique opportunity to work on-site with a flexible team dedicated to optimizing educational outcomes for young children with special needs. You will be part of a district-wide effort, focused on conducting child find evaluations and collaborating with both schools and district evaluation teams.
Key Qualifications & Experience:
- Hold an active Colorado Department of Education teaching license with an Early Childhood Special Education endorsement
- Bilingual proficiency to effectively engage with diverse student and family populations
- Experience conducting comprehensive evaluations in early childhood settings
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams
- Strong organization and communication skills, especially in dynamic school environments
Responsibilities:
- Perform bilingual child find evaluations at identified elementary campuses and potentially at district-level sites
- Work with North Star Elementary, Centennial Elementary, and other locations as needed
- Interpret assessment results for families and staff, making recommendations for services and supports
- Collaborate with psychologists, teachers, and related staff to coordinate student evaluations and develop IEPs
- Complete all required documentation, following state and district policies
- Engage with families in a culturally responsive manner, ensuring clear communication throughout the evaluation process
What Makes This Position Unique:
- Work across at least two school sites and district evaluation centers for a dynamic caseload
- Flexible to candidates with backgrounds as bilingual Early Childhood SPED teachers or bilingual school psychologists
- 37.5-hour workweek with a consistent daytime schedule
- Contract extends through the school year
If you are passionate about early childhood special education and ready for a contract role that makes a district-wide impact, apply now to contribute your skills and expertise to this dedicated educational community!
Compensation for this position ranges from $30.82 to $50.82. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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