Special Education Teacher in Brighton, CO

Make a meaningful impact in a supportive elementary setting as a Special Education Teacher for the upcoming academic year. This contract position offers the opportunity to work onsite, fostering success for students with mild to moderate needs in a collaborative and well-resourced environment.

You’ll enjoy a balanced workweek with Tuesdays through Fridays onsite and Mondays off, allowing for personal flexibility and dedicated classroom preparation time. The role is based at a vibrant elementary school where your expertise as a special educator will be valued and your professional growth nurtured throughout the school year.

• Current Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Education Teacher license is required
• Previous experience supporting elementary-aged students, ideally within mild/moderate caseloads
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IEPs that meet students’ individual needs
• Strong collaboration skills for working with general education staff, related service providers, and families
• Commitment to promoting inclusive, positive learning environments

• Provide direct instruction and support to students identified with mild/moderate disabilities
• Develop and revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), maintaining compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and students’ families to align instructional strategies and foster success
• Track student progress, regularly reporting data and adapting interventions as needed
• Foster a caring, structured, and inclusive atmosphere for all learners

This assignment begins August 20, 2026, and runs through June 3, 2027, at 34 hours per week—ideal for educators who appreciate a consolidated weekly schedule and are passionate about making a daily difference.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.82 to $50.82.

• Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals.

Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.