Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy

$104K — $136K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement
  • Fingerprint clearance through CBI/CDE requirements
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Collaboration skills with other educators and families
  • School-based experience preferred, but not mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs
  • Provide specialized instruction across various academic subjects
  • Manage classroom behavior and create a supportive learning environment
  • Collaborate with general education teachers and specialists
  • Monitor student progress and adapt instruction as necessary
  • Write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation
  • Adapt curriculum for diverse learners and incorporate technology into lessons

Benefits

  • Competitive pay up to $65/hour with a steady schedule during the school year
  • Multiple placement options based on experience and preference
  • Opportunity to positively impact students while working with supportive teams
  • W-2 employment with included liability insurance
  • Healthcare benefits and 401(k) plan with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure and professional development plus referral bonuses
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Special Education Teacher

Pay Range:

$50-65/hour

Job Description:



Multiple Special Education Teacher Openings

Position Details:
  • Multiple Openings at the Elementary, Middle School & High School level
  • Full-Time, 1.0 FTE
  • Self-Contained or Resource Available
  • Starting August 2026 for the entire school year

About the Role

Hello Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring Special Education Teachers to support students in Denver, CO. In this role, you'll provide individualized instruction, develop IEPs, and foster inclusive learning environments where students can thrive. You'll collaborate with dedicated educators and receive ongoing support from a therapist-owned company that understands the unique needs of school-based professionals.

Why Join Us
  • Competitive pay (Up to $65/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • Multiple placement options based on your experience and preference
  • Opportunity to make a lasting impact while working with supportive school teams
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure and professional development + referral bonuses

What You'll Do
  • Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs
  • Provide specialized instruction across academic subjects
  • Manage classroom behavior and create a structured, supportive environment
  • Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families
  • Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
  • Write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation
  • Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies for diverse learning needs
  • Incorporate technology and resources to enhance learning

What We're Looking For
  • Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement
  • Fingerprinting through CBI/CDE requirements
  • Strong classroom management and collaboration skills
  • School-based experience preferred, not required

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions!

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