Special Education Teacher
About The Position
TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, short-term, on-site Special Education Teacher for an elementary school population in Commerce City, Colorado. The role runs from January 2027 through May 2027 and provides teaching and case management services to students with disabilities. The teacher will conduct assessments, develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), evaluate student progress, and collaborate with therapists, educators, parents, and other school staff. The position includes dual support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners, as well as guaranteed hours that include documentation, administrative, and planning time. The position may be a W-2 employee role or a 1099 contractor engagement.
Requirements
- Teaching certification.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree, or higher, in Special Education.
- State license as a Special Education teacher.
- Experience working with children.
- Organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in using technology.
- Fingerprint background clearance.
- Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents, exercising a high level of tact and discretion in internal and external communications.
- Ability to perform necessary physical activities, including lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in various locations and activities.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in a school setting.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and assess individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
- Deliver instruction tailored to students’ diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborate with parents, educators, specialists, and school staff to support student learning.
- Monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies to improve outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavior, and progress.
- Create a welcoming, safe, and productive classroom environment that encourages positive behavior and learning.
- Guide and support classroom staff in implementing educational strategies for students with special needs.
- Provide teaching, case management, educational services, and evaluations.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k) for W-2 employees, with eligibility dependent on employment status.
- For 1099 contractors, resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates that include a stipend for health benefits and taxes.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community.
- Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time.
- Bi-monthly salary deposits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
