Secondary Special Education (SpEd) Teachers (District Hiring Pool

Roaring Fork School District (RFSD)

The Roaring Fork School District is currently seeking applications for full-time Secondary Special Education Teachers (SSN and MMN) in anticipation of hiring needs for the 2026-27 school year.

Viable candidates will receive regular updates as our hiring process progresses and specific building openings arise.

This position requires a full state licensure in Special Education or the ability to obtain it and works 185 days per year.

• Salary Range:
  Starting at $54,000, with higher compensation for experienced candidates (up to approximately $82,320).
• Salary
  
  Note:
  
  The annual salary is based on a full-time equivalent (FTE) of 1.0, working 8 hours per day. Positions that are less than full FTE will be prorated accordingly.

RFSD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Full district-paid health benefits
• Voluntary vision and dental coverage
• Paid leave
• Enrollment in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with district contributions
• Tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) options
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Located in the beautiful Roaring Fork Valley, serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt, RFSD encompasses 13 schools and serves approximately 5,600 students. We believe that our teachers are our most valuable asset, and we foster an environment that encourages teacher input in decision-making.

• Collaborative leadership
• Small class sizes (average of 21 students)
• A competitive and progressive salary schedule
• Access to affordable housing programs
• A strong culture of self-care and well-being

Diversity is a strength at RFSD, and our staff is dedicated to making a positive impact on students from a variety of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Discover why our teachers love working at Roaring Fork Schools. To learn more, please watch our video:
Why Work for Roaring Fork Schools?