Special Education Teacher
unizon health choiceThornton (CO)
About the role
Special Education Teacher Thornton, CO | On-site Monday–Friday Full-Time available: Middle School & Elementary School Part-Time available: Middle School Available Settings Middle School – Grades 6–8 Approximately 50% Significant Support Needs (SSN) and 50% Learning Specialist responsibilities Support approximately 14 students in the SSN program, plus additional mild/moderate support students Develop individualized instructional strategies and support student learning and progress Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and school staff Elementary School – K–5 Structured Learning Services / Center-Based Program Primary focus on K–2 Caseload of approximately 8–14 students Support students with Autism and varying support needs Work alongside paraprofessionals and school support staff Implement structured classroom routines and effective behavior-management strategies
Key Responsibilities:
Provide specialized instruction based on individual student needs Develop and implement individualized educational strategies Support academic, behavioral, social, and developmental goals Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed Implement accommodations and modifications Maintain accurate student and service documentation Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, specialists, and families Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field Active Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Education license/credential required and must be in hand for consideration Experience working with students with diverse learning and support needs preferred Experience with Autism, SSN, Mod/Severe, or behavior management is strongly preferred for applicable assignments Strong classroom-management, communication, and collaboration skills Ability to work effectively in an onsite school environment
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