Teacher - Special Education; DCC

• Position Type:
  Teaching - High School/ Special Education
• Date Posted: 2/26/2026
• Location:
  
  Montrose High School
• Date Available:
  
  08/12/2026
• Closing Date: 03/12/2026

Special Education Teacher - Developmental Communication Classroom (DCC)

Exempt

Montrose High School

Building Principal

178 Days

Teacher (Range $50,016 - $79,886 based on 25/26 salary schedule, education and experience)

August 12, 2026

Montrose High School is the largest school in the Montrose County School District, yet we are deeply committed to cultivating a warm, supportive community that values balance, connection, and purpose. We prioritize building meaningful relationships with our students and staff, and we believe that celebrating success and fostering personal and academic growth are essential to student achievement.

Our instructional framework emphasizes collaboration, standards-based learning, and continuous improvement. We believe that by working together and focusing on progress, we can help every student reach their fullest potential—both in the classroom and beyond.

At MHS, we proudly embrace The Red Hawk Way, which centers on developing students as Collaborators, Contributors, and Learners. These values shape the culture of our school and guide our efforts to prepare students for success in high school and in life.

In addition to strong academics, we offer a wide range of extracurricular opportunities to help students explore their interests and build lifelong skills. With 29 student‑led organizations, championship-caliber athletic programs, and thriving visual and performing arts, every student has a chance to get involved, find their passion, and feel a sense of belonging.

We are also proud to offer students access to the MCSD Career Pathways Program, which helps them envision their future selves. This program provides a flexible roadmap to success, offering early on‑ramps to a variety of career and college options while honoring all postsecondary goals, including military service, technical training, certification programs, college, and direct entry into the workforce. Career Pathways also reflects our commitment to developing local talent by supporting students who choose to live and work in the Montrose and Olathe communities after graduation.

Wherever our students' future paths may lead, we are committed to walking beside them, nurturing their growth, and celebrating their journey.

Nestled within Colorado's gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado, which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work).

Come join the largest employer in Montrose County and work in an area where you can enjoy scenic drives, wilderness treks, a round of golf, and visits to our many local restaurants or brewpubs. Montrose and Olathe offer a little something for everyone – shopping, fishing, biking, photography, camping, snowshoeing, Telluride skiing, swimming, motor‑sports – you name it! We hope you can join us at MCSD.

At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Added perks:
Great people to work with, professional development and advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs and incentives.

Under direction, to teach and instruct…