Special Education Teacher

TheraPeds • Brighton, CO

3d • $50 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Special Education Teacher to serve students in grades 9–12 at a school in Brighton, Colorado. The role provides special education teaching and case management services, including assessments, individualized education plan (IEP) development, progress evaluation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams such as therapists, educators, and parents. The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week from November through May during the 2026–2027 school year. It includes guaranteed hours for documentation, administrative work, and planning, as well as dual support from the district and TheraPeds.

Requirements

• Teaching certification and a 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 using technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents, exercising tact and discretion in internal and external communications.
• Ability to perform physical activities as needed, including lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in different locations and activities.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in a school setting is preferred.

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, and specialists 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, assessment, and evaluation services.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k) for W-2 employees, subject to eligibility.
• 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.
• Bi-monthly salary deposits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time