Special Education Teacher/Case worker Classical Charter School

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County•Lone Tree, CO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County is seeking a dedicated, collaborative Special Education Teacher/Case Manager to support students with diverse learning needs. The position manages a special education caseload; provides individualized instruction and research-based interventions; develops, implements, and monitors Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); and collaborates with students, families, teachers, and other stakeholders to promote student success. The educator is expected to support a rigorous, content-rich education and model the character, professionalism, and values of Ascent Classical Academies. The role is based at Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County in Lone Tree, Colorado, reports to the Dean of Student Services, and follows the faculty calendar, Monday through Friday. Typical school hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. Staff may occasionally be required to attend meetings, professional development, or other school-related activities outside the regular school day. The school requires biometric background checks, including fingerprinting, and verifies qualifications and credentials through documentation and reference checks. Applicants are expected to adhere to Colorado education laws and applicable school policies. The employer utilizes E-Verify.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Current Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Special Education endorsement.
Knowledge of relevant academic content areas and willingness to participate in school-specific training.
Commitment to the mission, vision, policies, and values of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.
Conviction in the value of a rigorous liberal arts education and commitment to modeling moral character aligned with the school's core virtues.
Knowledge and application of varied teaching strategies and techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs, styles, and abilities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, leadership, problem-solving, computer, and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with students, parents or guardians, colleagues, and team members.
Ability to provide excellent service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Patience, reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency sufficient to teach, communicate with students, families, and colleagues, maintain accurate records, and comply with curriculum and school requirements.
Ability to perform essential position functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds; moving throughout the classroom and school; bending, leaning, kneeling, or adjusting physical position and height; sitting at a desk for prolonged periods; and maintaining prompt, reliable attendance and the assigned schedule.
Completion of the required biometric background check, including fingerprinting, and verification of qualifications and credentials.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Special Education Generalist K–12 endorsement.
Experience providing special education services in both pull-out and push-in settings.

Responsibilities

Manage a special education caseload and ensure compliance with required timelines, best practices, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs supporting academic growth, social development, and access to educational opportunities.
Conduct special education evaluations and collaborate with appropriate team members on eligibility decisions.
Provide research-based interventions and individualized instruction to students with learning disabilities.
Deliver services through appropriate instructional models, including individual, small-group, pull-out, and push-in support.
Provide services aligned with the school's content-rich curriculum.
Reinforce classroom lessons through one-on-one and small-group instruction and help students develop organizational, study, and learning skills.
Supervise and support special education program paraprofessionals.
Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, parents or guardians, and external stakeholders to support students.
Participate in meetings, conferences, trainings, and professional development activities.
Implement and monitor behavior management plans using positive strategies and interventions.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records, including IEP progress documentation and behavioral data.
Promote inclusion by facilitating student participation in general education classrooms, school activities, and the broader school community.
As needed, assist students with daily living skills, adaptive equipment, and mobility support.
Maintain a safe, supportive learning environment and respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with school protocols.
Adhere to assigned work hours and established absence and tardiness procedures.
Complete required training and provide requested documentation, including transcripts, certifications, and other credentials.
Adhere to Ascent Classical Academies policies, including the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and applicable school and board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.