Special Education Teacher | Denver, Colorado

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Job Description

Make a meaningful impact supporting middle school students as a Special Education Teacher in a contract role near Denver, CO. Two opportunities are available: one full-time Affective Needs teacher at Northglenn Middle School, and one full-time Learning Specialist at Thornton Middle School. The Affective Needs role offers the chance to work closely with students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, designing and implementing individualized supports. The Learning Specialist position focuses on providing supplemental instruction in math and literacy, with a particular emphasis on reading and differentiated learning strategies.

The current assignment begins as soon as possible and extends through May 21, 2027. Candidates will be assigned to one school and work 37.5 hours each week. Experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities, including autism, and familiarity with behavioral interventions such as FBAs or ABA is highly desirable.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Colorado Department of Education Teaching License with a Special Education Generalist (Ages 5-21) endorsement
• Professional experience as a Special Education Teacher, preferably in middle school settings
• Previous work with students affected by social/emotional needs or those requiring academic support in math and literacy
• Knowledge of and experience with behavioral assessment tools and intervention strategies is beneficial
• Ability to fulfill district credentialing requirements prior to start date

What Youll Do:

• Provide high-impact instruction tailored to students individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to support student progress
• Utilize research-based strategies for academic and behavioral interventions
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Ready to use your expertise in a rewarding contract role for the 2026-2027 school year? Submit your application today to engage in purposeful work and help students succeed.

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.00 to $57.00. 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.