Special Education Teacher (Mild to Moderate Needs) Elementary School

Position Type:

Special Education Teacher Full Time, Monday – Thursday

Location:

This school is located in beautiful Idaho Springs Colorado, in stunning Clear Creek Canyon. It’s a great location for someone wanting to be surrounded by the Colorado mountain landscape and close to the Denver Metro area for commuters.

Start Date:

August 3, 2026

Reports to:

BOCES Executive Director

Job Description:

Nikao Talent Solutions seeks a mild/moderate needs special education teacher in Clear Creek County for the 2026-27 school year. District is on a four day a week schedule, Monday through Thursday. This position begins on Aug 3, 2026.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong instructional knowledge with a focus on research-based instructional strategies, curriculum alignment, and progress-monitoring that results in increased student achievement for students with disabilities
• Ability to effectively co-teach with gen ed staff
• Serve as case manager and lead the IEP team to achieve student learning goals
• Proven communication skills that build strong relationships with students, staff, the community, and colleagues
• Successful implementation of PLC, RTI, and PBS processes to achieve student learning goals
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail
• Prepare progress reports and year-end evaluation, administering pre- and post-tests as appropriate and necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Active CDE teaching license with certification as a Special Education Generalist (ages 5-21)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent skills in developing strong family-school partnerships

Employment Period:

168 contract days