What are the responsibilities and job description for the TCH - Teacher - Special Education position at Adams County School District 14?
Position Type :
Teacher (Elementary) / Elementary Teacher
Date Posted : 2 / 26 / 2025
Location :
Central Elementary School
Closing Date :
03 / 05 / 2025 TEACHER
TEACHER (SPECIAL EDUCATION - ELEMENTARY)
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE : Teacher - Special Education (Elementary) FLSA STATUS : Exempt
REPORTS TO : Campus Principal PAY GRADE : TCH
LOCATION : Assigned Building DAYS : 188
JOB ID & DATE : TCH-30 | June, 2023
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
The Special Education Teacher position is to provide exceptional educational support and guidance to students with diverse learning needs, ensuring that they receive an inclusive and tailored education. The teacher collaborates with colleagues, parents / guardians, and specialists to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that address the unique strengths and challenges of each student. Special Education Teachers play a vital role in creating an environment where students with disabilities can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. They facilitate the development of students' skills and abilities while promoting independence and self-advocacy.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or
General qualifications of a teacher as prescribed by the State Department of Education
License / Certification Required
Must hold an active Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement
Must hold an active Colorado teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement.
Work Experience Required
One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards
Bilingual Endorsement preferred
Regular attendance is essential
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) :
- Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs, ensuring that goals and objectives are tailored to each student's unique abilities and challenges.
- Collaborate with parents / guardians, educational specialists, and other professionals to create comprehensive IEPs that address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals.
- Monitor and track progress towards IEP goals, making adjustments as necessary to support student growth.
- Adapt and modify the general curriculum to meet the specific needs of students with disabilities, providing differentiated instruction and materials.
- Create and implement engaging lesson plans that align with IEP goals and accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Utilize a variety of evidence-based instructional methods and assistive technologies to support student learning.
- Differentiate instruction to address the diverse needs and abilities of students in the classroom.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as necessary to meet individual learning goals.
- Collaborate with special education colleagues, general education teachers, and support staff to ensure a coordinated and cohesive approach to student support.
STUDENT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
COMMUNICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
POLICY, REPORTS AND LAW
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
SUPERVISION
Special Education Instructional Paraprofessionals may be assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 40 pounds.
Work Environment : While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students. The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.
Mental Functions : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.
