Special Education Teacher

TheraPeds•Brighton, CO

18d•Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year in Brighton, Colorado. This is a full-time, on-site elementary-school opportunity with guaranteed hours, designated planning and documentation time, a manageable caseload, and support from TheraPeds and the school district. The teacher works collaboratively with students, families, and school teams to provide individualized instruction and help students access their education, build skills, and make meaningful progress. The role includes providing individualized and small-group instruction; developing, implementing, and monitoring IEP goals and services; adapting curriculum and instruction; monitoring student progress; maintaining required documentation; participating in assessments and eligibility processes; and serving as case manager for assigned students. The teacher also participates in team meetings and supports behavior, inclusion, independence, and student participation throughout school environments. The position follows the teacher/school calendar and provides 36–40 hours per week. Compensation is listed as $50–$60 per hour. W-2 employment benefits may be available to eligible employees, and 1099 independent contractor opportunities may also be available. Specific compensation, benefits, and terms depend on employment classification and eligibility and are set out in the applicable agreement.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field.
Active or eligible New Hampshire educator certification with the appropriate Special Education endorsement.
Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, eligibility, progress monitoring, and special education procedures.
Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Good organization and time-management skills.
Comfort with educational technology, data collection, and documentation.
Ability to complete required background clearances.
Ability to perform the physical functions needed for assigned responsibilities, which may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, and engaging with students throughout school environments, subject to assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

School-based special education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized and small-group special education instruction.
Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and services.
Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet individual student needs.
Collect data and monitor academic, behavioral, and functional progress.
Complete progress reports, IEP documentation, and required records.
Conduct or participate in educational assessments and eligibility processes.
Serve as case manager for assigned students.
Participate in IEP, eligibility, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Collaborate with general education teachers, related-service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and administrators.
Support positive behavior, inclusion, independence, and student participation across school environments.

Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation of $50–$60 per hour.
Guaranteed hours, with 36–40 hours per week stated for the role.
Designated planning, documentation, and administrative time.
Manageable caseload.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible W-2 employees.
401(k) for eligible W-2 employees.
Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
1099 contractor opportunities may include flexibility associated with independent contractor status and access to professional and administrative resources.