Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Colorado International Language Academy (CILA) is seeking an experienced, student-centered Special Education Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. This position provides specialized instruction, manages Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and works collaboratively with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers to ensure students receive appropriate services and support. CILA is a tuition-free public charter school offering language learning in Spanish, Mandarin, and German. The ideal candidate is highly organized, knowledgeable about special education laws and procedures, and committed to helping students succeed in an inclusive, culturally diverse school community.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Valid Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Special Education endorsement
- Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, procedural safeguards, and Colorado special education requirements
- Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs
- Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Ability to build positive working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and service providers
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
- Three or more years of successful special education teaching or case-management experience
- Experience facilitating eligibility, reevaluation, manifestation determination, and IEP meetings
- Experience working within an MTSS framework
- Experience supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and functional needs
- Experience using electronic special education documentation and management systems
- Current CPR, First Aid, or CPI certification, or willingness to obtain required certifications
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instruction aligned with students’ IEP goals and individual learning needs
- Serve as case manager for students on an assigned caseload
- Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain compliant IEPs
- Schedule and facilitate annual, eligibility, reevaluation, amendment, manifestation determination, and other required meetings
- Monitor student progress regularly and use data to guide instruction and services
- Coordinate referrals, evaluations, and reevaluations with multidisciplinary teams
- Ensure special education services, accommodations, and modifications are implemented as written
- Maintain accurate, confidential student records and meet all required timelines
- Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive instructional practices
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding student progress and services
- Collaborate with school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, counselors, paraprofessionals, and other service providers
- Participate in MTSS, problem-solving, and student support meetings
- Support behavior intervention planning and crisis intervention when necessary
- Provide guidance to staff regarding accommodations, modifications, and special education best practices
- Assist with coordinating paraprofessional support and special education service schedules
- Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, Colorado Department of Education regulations, and applicable authorizer requirements
- Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and assigned supervision duties
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by school administration
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
