Special Education Teacher

Position: Special Education Teacher - Significant Support Needs
Position Type:

Special Education Services/Secondary SPED Teacher

Date Posted:

3/6/2026

Location:

Sterling Middle School

Date Available:

08/10/2026

Closing Date:

4/15/26 or until filled

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HIRING FOR 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR

RE-1 Valley School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Middle School Special Education Teacher Significant Support Needs to support secondary students with moderate to severe disabilities.

This position focuses on individualized instruction, functional skill development, communication, life skills, and inclusive practices to ensure students receive a high-quality education in the least restrictive environment.

We are looking for an educator who is collaborative, patient, and committed to helping every student reach their fullest potential.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal & Director of Student Services

SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY: $44,000 - $65,853 on Teacher Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

WORK CALENDAR: 167 days

FTE: 1.0

Full-time with benefits; 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Middle School Special Education Teacher Significant Support Needs provides specialized instruction and case management for students with moderate to severe disabilities. This role emphasizes individualized academic instruction, functional life skills, communication development, behavior support, and collaboration to ensure meaningful access to the general education environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Programming

* Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals

* Provide direct instruction in functional academics, communication, adaptive behavior, and life skills

* Modify curriculum to meet diverse cognitive and developmental needs

* Support inclusion opportunities within general education settings

* Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans

Case Management & Compliance

* Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA and state regulations

* Facilitate IEP meetings and maintain required documentation

* Monitor progress toward IEP goals and provide regular reports to families

* Assist in evaluation and re-evaluation processes

Collaboration & Teamwork

* Supervise and collaborate with paraprofessionals

* Work closely with related service providers (speech, OT, PT, school psychologist)

* Communicate consistently with families

* Participate in MTSS and problem-solving teams

Student Safety & Care

* Follow district protocols for crisis prevention and intervention

* Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment

* Assist students with personal care needs, including hygiene, toileting, feeding, and mobility, as outlined in individual student plans.

* Maintain student dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

* Follow district health, safety, and training protocols when providing personal care support.

Professional Responsibilities

* Maintain current licensure

* Participate in professional development

* Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and IDEA

* Support district and building improvement initiatives

* RE-1 Valley employees shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct toward information and information technology, students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community. In conscientiously conducting his or her affairs, the employee shall exemplify the highest standards of professional commitment.

Education & Experience

* Bachelor's Degree or higher in Special Education preferred and will be given first consideration

* Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in Special Education (Additional coursework required for eligibility toward a Colorado Teacher License is required or must be completed within an agreed-upon timeframe)

* Currently hold a Colorado Substitute Teaching License if Teacher License is not completed

* Experience working with students with significant cognitive or developmental disabilities preferred

* Knowledge of IEP development and compliance requirements

* Experience with functional curriculum and life skills instruction preferred

* Knowledge of AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) systems preferred

* CPI or crisis intervention training required

* Experience collaborating with related service providers

* Bilingual Skills preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Knowledge of secondary child development and diverse learning needs

* Understanding of IDEA, IEP processes, and compliance requirements

* Skill in delivering targeted, evidence-based interventions

* Ability to differentiate instruction across grade levels (6-8)

* Strong collaboration and communication skills

* Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and timelines

* Strong data collection and progress monitoring skills

Working Conditions &

Physical Requirements

* Classroom setting

* Ability to lift and transfer students as needed (in accordance with district training)

* Ability to assist with…