Teacher, Special Education Center Program- One Year-Kindergarten-5Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a one-year only position for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves teaching and managing a self-contained classroom for students with autism spectrum disorders. The focus is on developing academics, social-emotional skills, and adaptive behavior skills. Denver Public Schools (DPS) values a culture of Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.

Responsibilities

Assesses and develops inclusive settings with typical peers to support educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of students throughout the school day; collaborates and integrates the medical, educational, and psychological needs of the students.
Supervises and assigns duties to classroom paraprofessionals and hospital volunteer support.
Attends hospital orientation and other staff training as required.
Develops and executes individualized lesson plans in all subject areas, providing for direct instruction while maintaining a focus on District standards and benchmarks; prepares lesson plans and materials according to curriculum guidelines, adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Administers and interprets both formal and informal individualized educational assessments; develops and maintains Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for identified students; counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students; reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
Observes, evaluates, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health and prepares student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
Establishes and communicates clear objectives to students for lessons, units, and projects and instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods.
Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems.
May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.