Special Education Teacher | Aurora, Colorado

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with significant needs by providing essential educational support in a warm, collaborative elementary school environment. This contract opportunity seeks two Special Education professionals for Structured Learning Services classrooms, with assignments available at well-resourced elementary schools serving students facing very severe cognitive and behavioral disabilities.

Your role will center on delivering specialized instruction within a small classroom setting (7-15 students), supporting non-verbal students, and collaborating closely with related service providers. You’ll also play a key part in guiding paraprofessionals and fostering an engaging, station-based learning atmosphere, using research-based interventions especially tailored for students with autism.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Valid Colorado Department of Education license with Special Education Generalist (ages 5-21) endorsement
• Extensive experience with autism spectrum students, including those who are non-verbal (AAC competency highly valued)
• Familiarity with Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
• Proven ability in managing and supervising paraprofessional staff
• Experience working with aggressive or eloping behaviors (biting, hitting, running, etc.)
• Previous success with station-based classroom models or other researched-based autism interventions

Key Duties:

• Teach, guide, and support students with severe disabilities in a self-contained setting, promoting inclusion where appropriate
• Provide direct instruction and adapt curriculum to meet diverse needs
• Coordinate with speech, occupational, physical therapy, and psychological services in a push-in model
• Manage and mentor paraprofessional staff to ensure best practices are followed
• Implement and track individualized behavior and education plans

You’ll benefit from joining a district known for its rapid hiring process and ongoing support of contracted team members. Candidates are selected for both experience and personality fit, ensuring a positive, collaborative environment.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and deeply rewarding assignment, submit your application today. Your experience and expertise can make a profound difference—apply now to be considered for an interview!

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.