Teacher, Special Education

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

17h•$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 2026-2027 school year POSITION: Teacher, Special Education LOCATION: Two District Locations 9150 Monroe St., Thornton, CO 80229 - Meadow Community 2201 McElwain Blvd., Denver, CO 80229- Monterey Community PAY RANGE: Licensed Salary Schedule, $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary CALENDAR: 190 Days REPORTS TO: School Director/Principal SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW: Mapleton Public Schools is a small but mighty internationally accredited public school district located in one of the fastest-growing areas of metro Denver, Adams County. We are committed to raising expectations, providing choices for learning, and removing obstacles to success so that we can guarantee all students achieve their dreams and enthusiastically contribute to their community, country, and world. With schools in both North Denver and Thornton, Mapleton covers 25 square miles and serves suburban and light industrial communities. Often considered "the heart" of the Denver metro area, Mapleton Public Schools is where major Colorado arteries including Interstate 25, Highway 36, Interstate 270, and Interstate 76 converge. Mapleton is also where beautiful new school buildings, inspired by the community's rich history, elevate our innovative and spirited future. We serve more than 7,000 talented students who are eager to partner with you to create positive, successful learning environments. All of Mapleton's schools are small-by-design. Our portfolio of schools provides an enticing menu of options, including STEM, Big Picture, Dual Language, Gifted and Talented, International focus, EL Learning, University Partnership, Online, Performing and Visual Arts, and Young Adult. Our school designs emphasize "how" learning is supported, not "what" students will learn. We believe when students choose a school where the content is delivered in a way that aligns with their interests and passions, they will be more engaged and will successfully master the content standards. Rigor, relevance, relationships, and choice make Mapleton Public Schools a destination district for our families, and for our teachers, and we hope for you, too! For more information about Mapleton Public Schools please visit our website Here 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.

Requirements

Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Special Education endorsement required.
K-3 teachers must provide documentation of evidence-based literacy training, Read Act Designation, per CDE requirements.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.
Previous training in KAPLAN, ECAR, and ECAW preferred.

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.
Commitments and competencies in using a variety of instructional deliveries include, but are not limited to, cooperative learning, multi-sensory reading, and math.
Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to a standards-based system of designing and delivering instruction and assessment.
Will demonstrate a willingness to collaborate, solve problems.
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.
Demonstrates and models' high expectations for all students to succeed.
Aligns all instruction with and designs instructional interventions with State and local standards and assessments.
Establishes and maintains strong classroom management.
Utilizes a variety of teaching styles to accommodate student-learning needs.
Knowledgeable and experienced in administering a variety of assessments.
Demonstrated ability to work with a team approach.
Demonstrated ability to write quality IEPs, including goals and benchmarks based on assessments and needs.
Flexibility around IEP meeting times.