Full Time Program Teacher for Day Program that supports Adults with I/DD

Wellspring • Castle Rock, CO

1d • $44,000 - $47,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Wellspring Community is seeking a full-time Program Teacher to lead structured enrichment and vocational classes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in our Castle Rock day program. This is an active, hands-on position for someone who enjoys teaching, behavior support, collaboration, and making a meaningful daily impact. The role is ideal for individuals with experience in special education, human services, behavioral support, or direct care, seeking a mission-driven, team-centered environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in special education or a Human Services field preferred.
• Minimum of one-year experience working with individuals that have intellectual and developmental disabilities in any setting preferred.
• Experience working with individuals that present physical, emotional, cognitive, and mental health challenges.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s license and possess the willingness and skills necessary to drive 15 passenger vehicles to transport participants to various outings and activities.
• Experience providing support with physical, emotional, cognitive, and mental health challenges.
• Excellent communication and relational skills to manage the multiple relationships within the program environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve effectively and manage the demands of a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification to ensure health and safety of clients.
• Must be able to pass a drug and medical test.
• Qualified Medication Administration Personnel through CDPHE required, if not currently QMAP certified, we will pay for the costs of obtaining certification.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should live locally or within a reasonable commuting distance to ensure reliable daily attendance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging enrichment, vocational, and life-skills classes
• Adapt lesson plans to meet varied cognitive, behavioral, and physical needs
• Implement positive behavior support strategies
• Administer medications (QMAP) and follow health protocols
• Provide direct support including assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed
• Maintain documentation on participant engagement and progress
• Collaborate with program staff to strengthen programming and participant outcomes
• Communicate effectively with families, volunteers, and team members
• Transport participants to community outings (including driving 15-passenger vehicles when needed)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• AD&D insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Paid Holiday Schedule
• Paid QMAP certification (if not already certified)
• Weekly work-from-home planning day after successful completion of the introductory period

What This Job Offers

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