Special Education Teacher

1 month ago

Westminster, United States Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado Full time

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.


Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.


Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.


Lukas Elementary, proud home of the Skywalkers, is the heart of the Standley Lake community. We offer a comprehensive K-5 program and believe a balanced approach to early learning and a focus on the development of the whole child - socially, emotionally, and academically - sets a strong foundation for our students. Lukas is a 1:1 device school and all students have access to a blend of digital and hands-on learning regularly. We have innovative science programs, Discovery Education Science Techbook and Mystery Science, which allow students to engage in real-world science learning. Lukas is also home to R.O.C.K.E.T. Days, which are designed to further STEAM education and provide regular opportunities to create, collaborate, and persevere through complex tasks. We differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners and have a dedicated block of time (WIN: What I Need) daily to support students with advanced learning plans, individualized education plans, those who need a boost in math or reading, and enrichment for those who are right on track. Additionally, we have many opportunities for family and community involvement. Come join us on our journey


SUMMARY

Develop, implement, and support individualized practices for achieving learning outcomes for students with communication, cognitive, physical, and/or social/behavioral needs, based on the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). This teacher will utilize evidence-based best practice and rely on frequent progress monitoring for programming adjustments. The Learning Specialist teacher will take a leadership role in collaboratively problem solving interventions for students.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Design and implement specialized instruction in one-on-one, small group and large classroom settings.
  • Work collaboratively to plan and modify curriculum, team teach with general educators and to communicate the abilities and needs of special education students.
  • Develop, implement and review for appropriateness the behavioral plans for designated students.
  • Work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team to conduct IEP and referral meetings, conferences, and to develop a multidisciplinary approach to the educational enhancement of the student.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with regular educators, school staff, students and parents.
  • Create a safe supportive and understanding environment for disabled students.
  • Other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS Hold valid Colorado teaching license with Special Education Generalist endorsement. If teacher is the teacher of record for a specific content area, they must meet content-area qualification, which could include the appropriate content endorsement, degree in the content area, Colorado State Board of Education-approved content exam, or 36 credit hours as determined by the district. Training emphasis in Learning Disabled/Perceptual Communicative preferred.


EXPERIENCE Experience/supervised internship in working with educationally disabled children. Training in understanding/interpreting educational assessments and prescriptive teaching. Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work with a multidisciplinary team in developing appropriate materials, facilitating inclusion, creating educational plans, and designing and implementing behavioral plans. Training and experience in working with students with a variety of, disabling conditions. Complies with the Special Education Department and district policies and procedures (e.g., Medicaid billing, accident reporting).


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Normal routine levels of activity related to bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, reaching, sitting, standing, vision and walking, and may also involve above-average levels of activity at times that can not always be anticipated. Ability to meet physical needs of students.


Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions

Job Status: Ongoing

A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.


The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.

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