Special Education Self Contained Teacher

Job Description

Special Education focuses on K12‑powered virtual schools with personalized learning programs. Bachelor’s degree, 0–1 year of related professional experience.

Colorado Special Education Teaching Certification Required

Must reside in Colorado

The Special Education Self‑Contained Teacher is a state‑certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The teacher must provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The teacher works actively with students and parents to advance each student’s learning and is also responsible for the compliance documents required in serving students with special needs.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high‑quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Colorado Preparatory Academy (COPA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Colorado Preparatory Academy (COPA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data‑driven and student‑centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.

Join us!

This is a full‑time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday, typically 9‑5 (or 8‑4) or as defined by the school.

• Ensure all special education and related services are provided as determined by the IEP team.
• Communicate with parents and applicable related service staff to ensure that students with special needs are receiving the appropriate therapies.
• Develop compliant IEPs, progress reports and other state‑specific required special education documentation.
• Facilitate and lead collaborative special education meetings such as annual IEP meetings.
• Use provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text.
• Make modifications and accommodations to Stride K12 lessons and assessments as specified by the IEP.
• Ensure inclusion and success of student in the general education classroom.
• Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives.
• Document all contact with parents and interventions with students.
• Analyze student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as needed.
• Provide rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students.
• Commit to personalizing learning for all students.
• Demonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations.
• Maintain grade book ensuring student academic integrity, make student placement and promotion decisions, and alert administrators to concerns about student performance and progress.
• Prepare students for high‑stakes standardized tests.
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with families and regularly communicate with and respond to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner.
• Support learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment that is in line with academy policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for face‑to‑face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school.

• Bachelor’s degree AND
• Active state teaching license AND
• Ability to clear required background check.
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