Special Education Teacher in Aurora, CO

Make a vital difference this school year as a Special Education Teacher supporting students across elementary, middle, or high school levels in the Aurora, CO area. Three dynamic full-time roles are available, each designed to foster success for students with diverse learning needs. These assignments run from July 27, 2026, through May 21, 2027, with a consistent weekly commitment of 37.5 hours on-site at a single campus.
Openings include:

• Learning Specialist (Elementary, Westminster): Work with a mild to moderate caseload of students, providing tailored instruction and interventions in a supportive environment.
• Affective Needs (High School & Middle School, Thornton): Lead a small team of paraprofessionals, focusing on students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges. Expertise in behavioral strategies-such as CPI, de-escalation, ABA principles, and autism support-is essential. Experience completing FBAs and creating BIPs is highly preferred.

What you'll bring:

• Valid Colorado Department of Education Teacher License with Special Education Generalist (5-21) endorsement
• Relevant classroom experience in special education, with preference for candidates skilled in behavioral and emotional support
• Strong background or willingness to specialize in autism support and behavioral analysis
• Commitment to collaborative, team-based approaches with school staff and related service providers
• Ability to complete time-sensitive district credentialing before assignment begins

Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized instruction and behavioral intervention plans
• Lead and mentor paraprofessional teams in specialized classrooms
• Participate actively in student support meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Foster inclusive, positive classroom environments for optimal student growth

You'll work with a district that values personality fit and provides robust support for contract educators. Interviews are scheduled promptly and often include school leaders and related services staff for a holistic team fit.
Step into one of these impactful roles and help students shine-submit your application today to secure your interview spot!
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.