Long-Term SPED Sub

5280 High School • Denver, CO

3d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

5280 Recovery High School is Colorado's only recovery high school, serving youth in recovery from addiction. As a public charter school authorized by Denver Public Schools, it offers a high-quality learning environment within a substance-free community. It is a small school of approximately 100 students with a strong and collaborative community of staff and students. 5280 High School is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment and advancement opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, or any other classification that is protected under applicable local, state or federal law.

5280 High school is seeking a dedicated, collaborative, and trauma-informed SPED Teacher to provide part-time leave coverage within our high school community. As a recovery charter school committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we serve students who struggle with substance misuse and other self-destructive behaviors. Our students with special education needs require additional assistance with Executive Functioning, Behavior Management, Academics and Emotional Regulation. The ideal candidate will align with our mission to prioritize relationships and student well-being, working closely with the Recovery Team and general education teachers to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) within primarily Humanities (English/History) courses, and have experience writing IEPs and conducting evaluations. This role offers a flexible schedule, with work during school hours, starting in late September through March.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Background Check (Fingerprint) Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience writing IEPs.
• Experience conducting evaluations.
• Trauma-informed approach.
• Experience working with students struggling with substance misuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide part-time leave coverage as a SPED Teacher.
• Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) primarily in Humanities (English/History) courses.
• Assist students with Executive Functioning, Behavior Management, Academics, and Emotional Regulation.
• Collaborate with the Recovery Team and general education teachers.
• Write IEPs.
• Conduct evaluations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level