TEACHER, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - SPED CENTER PROGRAM

Early Childhood Special Education (SPED) Teachers provide services to students with all identified educational disabilities. ECE Model 1 is an inclusive ECE program that supports children ages 3-5 who require a higher level of specialized instruction and related service support. It is staffed by an Early Childhood Special Educator as the lead teacher and two paraprofessionals. Model 1 (ECE) programs range from ages 3-5. \*\* Applications will be received until **July 24, 2026**. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at [careers.dpsk12.org](https://dpsjobboard.dpsk12.org/dpsjobs). \*\* **About this job:** Early Childhood Special Education (SPED) Teachers provide services to students with all identified educational disabilities. ECE Model 1 is an inclusive ECE program that supports children ages 3-5 who require a higher level of specialized instruction and related service support. It is staffed by an Early Childhood Special Educator as the lead teacher and two paraprofessionals. Model 1 (ECE) programs range from ages 3-5. Special education teachers are responsible for managing a caseload, monitoring student growth, and developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). They are also responsible for modifying or adapting curriculum to best meet students' needs while providing access to Common Core State Standards. **What DPS Offers You:** - A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. - **Competitive Teacher Compensation and Procomp Incentive plan**, click [here](https://5il.co/2nhe9) for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Salary Schedule. Click [here](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/3200) for more information on compensation for these roles. Please note: You must submit all relevant documentation via onboarding before the deadline (15 days after receiving your offer letter) for salary setting purposes. - In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; [time off](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1129), [health and wellness benefits](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1397), and [PERA Retirement](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/retire). **What You'll Do:** - Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques to meet students’ varying needs. - Create, write, monitor, and facilitate IEPs for students on the caseload to ensure that students' individualized academic and social-emotional needs are met. - Oversee the scheduling of IEP meetings and the IEP process for students assigned to caseload to ensure compliance with state and federal law. - Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration. - Promote student respect for the rights of others in the classroom to create and maintain a positive learning environment. - Prepare lesson plans and materials according to curriculum guidelines, adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects; and instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods. - Demonstrate sensitivity to students' physical, medical, and varying learning styles to their identified disabilities to support students. - Set high expectations for all students to demonstrate a deep belief that every learner thrives. - Complete Medicaid logging for reimbursement of services when applicable. - Manage and teach socially appropriate behavior to promote self-regulation and safety. - May participate in extra-duty activities as outlined in the teachers' collective bargaining agreement *(this is for coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, etc. for Dept. of Labor laws).* **What You’ll Need:** - Hold a Bachelor’s…