Teacher, Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

4h•$60,004 - $124,634

About The Position

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204. LICENSED VACANCY Position is for the 2025-2026 school year POSITION: Teacher, Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education LOCATION: Welby Community School of the Arts PAY RANGE: $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary CALENDAR: 190 Days REPORTS TO: School Director/Principal SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW: Welby Community School of the Arts , PK-6, is an Expeditionary Learning (EL) school that uses the arts to inspire a love for learning and build a solid foundation for future academic success in each child. As part of the EL Education Network, students and teachers are engaged in work that is challenging, adventurous, and meaningful, and students achieve more than they think possible, becoming active contributors to building a better world. At Welby, Colorado Academic standards are enhanced with engaging artistic experiences, and student learning is enriched through visual arts, music, dance, and performing arts. The arts lens at Welby is driven by discovery. Students are supported in their creative adventures by high-quality teachers and encouraged to be curious. Each year, Welby students demonstrate their learning with a unique performance or showcase, including a variety of art (sculptures, 2D), music (Battle of the Bands, concerts), and performances (plays, film festivals), and more. To learn more about the school culture, please visit Welby Community School . WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS: In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page. QUALIFICATIONS: Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education endorsement required.

Requirements

Applicants need to be highly motivated, flexible, dedicated, and creative to promote a positive climate and culture.
Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education endorsement required.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

Willingness and ability to meet the diverse needs of learners (including special education, at-risk, linguistically, and culturally diverse) by adjusting curriculum and working cooperatively with other staff through inclusion.
Conduct parent teacher conferences, home visits and ongoing communication with parents.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices.
Operate as the classroom lead teacher.
Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of screening and assessment tools appropriate for young children.
Be able to provide individualized instructional support for students.
Be able to lead and supervise one or more paraprofessionals in the classroom.
Commitments and competencies in using a variety of instructional deliveries are including, but limited to, cooperative learning, and interdisciplinary instructional thematic units.
Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to a standards-based system of designing and delivering instruction and assessment.
Will demonstrate a willingness to collaborate and solve problems with professional peers.
Designs instructional intervention that is clearly focused on the standards and assessments established by the District and the State.
Provides expanded opportunities and support for learner success.
Aligns all instruction with and designs instructional interventions with State and local standards and assessments.
Demonstrate the ability to write and update IEP's.
Demonstrate proficiency in evaluation to determine if special education services are needed and understand the Colorado preschool special education laws and regulations.
Willingness to participate in mandatory training and staff development/workshops.