Autism Center Teacher

Rocky Mountain Prep • Denver, CO

5d • $65,000 - $89,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Prep (RMP) is seeking an Autism Center Teacher for a school-based position at one of its campuses. This role is 100% in-person and requires daily on-site presence. RMP is a network of college-preparatory schools dedicated to democratizing college access for historically marginalized students. The organization invests in its educators through ongoing coaching, professional development, clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities for career advancement. RMP's approach to teaching in the Autism Center focuses on providing joyful, rigorous, and inclusive education for scholars with autism and related needs. The model includes individualized instruction in structured environments, with a typical class size of 9-11 scholars supported by three adults. Teachers utilize robust instructional resources and tools to support academic and functional life skills, with instruction being highly individualized, data-driven, and collaborative. The environment emphasizes visual supports, sensory strategies, and proactive behavior systems to foster independence, confidence, and academic growth. Teachers are supported with clear routines, coaching, and professional development, and are empowered to create inclusive learning spaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree (any subject)
• Subject matter expertise required, as evidenced by either a record of results in teaching the content or a content-specific degree
• Current Colorado teaching license with a special education generalist (5-21) and/or special education specialist (5-21) endorsement(s)
• Special Education teachers must be certified in Colorado. If your license is from another state, you will need to have the transfer complete before the first day of work.
• Pass a background check
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two years of lead teaching experience. (We define lead teacher as the primary teacher in the classroom who is responsible for all academic content.)
• History of working with special needs populations
• Understand ABC data collection
• History of case management
• CPI/NCI Trained

Responsibilities

• Teach a class of 9 to 11 scholars, providing individualized instruction and actively facilitating inclusion in general education settings.
• Use a suite of instructional resources and tools to deliver individualized, standards-aligned, and IEP-driven lessons that promote academic, behavioral, and functional growth.
• Create a structured, sensory-informed classroom environment that supports scholar safety, regulation, engagement, and joy.
• Support scholars with personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene, while promoting dignity, independence, and safety.
• Develop and maintain high-quality IEPs, FBAs, and BIPs that meet compliance standards and reflect collaboration with families and service providers.
• Partner with families through regular communication and facilitation of IEP meetings that are strengths-based and accessible.
• Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and general education staff to ensure aligned support and inclusion opportunities when appropriate.
• Coach and supervise paraprofessionals to provide consistent academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support.
• Embody and model RMP’s PEAK values: Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness in all instructional and relational practices.
• Take ownership of student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring all scholars grow through strong planning, rigorous teaching, and timely re-teaching.
• Build inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms by implementing proactive routines, culturally responsive practices, and consistent communication with families.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and support daily operations to maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Model RMP’s PEAK values in all interactions and remain flexible and responsive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment aligned to our evolving Concept Essence.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days
• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans.
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level