Middle School Special Education Teacher

POSTING CLOSE DATE

This posting will remain Open Until Filled

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

A COMPLETE PRE-REGISTRATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING (Must be attached in My Applications):

( **Current D11 Teachers and SSPs require Resume, Cover Letter and Letters of Recommendation)

• A completed online submission 
• An up-to-date professional resume. Please ensure that your resume includes both months and years for all certified work experience. These dates will only be reviewed once for your salary offer.
• A legible copy of all official college transcripts. Please provide ALL Transcripts, Bachelor’s level and above. Compensation offers will be reviewed once for credits related to your salary offer.
• Three letters of recommendation; 2 professional, 1 collegial (must be within the last two years)
• Cover Letter
• A legible copy of your teaching license(s)
• Alternative Licensure Candidates (Teacher in Residence); Statement of Eligibility, must provide copy of passing PRAXIS II scores
• Student Teachers: must provide copy of passing PRAXIS II scores and current transcripts

Transcripts or PRAXIS II Scores will be required for all applicants teaching out of content area per CDE Requirements

To upload documents into your application, click on the blue FAQ Sheet link on our Employment webpage. It is located on the Teacher Opportunities page and should be read before you begin. Any uploaded documents will carry over to future applications in D11.

Our Talent Management Compensation Team uses the transcripts, resume, and applications to determine where the applicant is placed on the salary schedule, so please make sure your application is complete. 

Compensation uses these to ensure equity within our salary setting processes and to compare the candidate’s years of experience and education to the requirements of the job description. Compensable factors are inclusive of education and work experience. 

Factors for determining pay at the minimum value of the pay range

Job descriptions define the minimum requirements the applicant must meet to be eligible for the job. Applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements should not be considered as potential candidates. Salaries for applicants that meet the minimum requirements of the job will be set at the minimum of the pay range for the job. 

NOTE:

• Lanes for Teachers are determined by the transcripts provided.
• Grades for Educational Support Professional’s and Exec Pro’s are determined by the Salary Schedule by Job Title
• Steps for all are determined by their experience listed on the application and resume. 

Factors for determining pay above the minimum value of the pay range

Teachers receive a maximum of 14 years’ experience (and experience must be within the last 15 years). Years of experience are reviewed on the application and resume. Please view “How Your Compensation is Determined” resource for further details.

Education Support Professional and Exec Pro’s are placed on the appropriate step according to their experience. Please view the “How Your Compensation is Determined” resource. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION

This is an instructional position that facilitates students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. The employee guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and–in harmony with the goals–establishes clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and has the ability to communicate these objectives to students. The work plan employs a variety of instructional techniques utilizing appropriate technology, consistent with limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Displays personal qualities which are appropriate for a professional teacher – such as: maintains professional ethics and confidentiality; is open to learning from others and accepts constructive criticism; is a positive role model for students — e.g. is consistent, fair, dependable, responsible and respectful.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implements by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
• Provides effective instructional techniques for all students in the classroom
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Makes provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor, evaluates their job performance
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
• Follows Federal and State Laws, Board of Education policies and approved District practices regarding special education students

OTHER DUTIES

• Performs related work as required

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

• Understands and demonstrates classroom management/instructional strategies to support student achievement
• Integrated technology skills to support the content areas
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Knowledge of subject areas, curriculum, and standards-based education
• Knowledge of special education as applied to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher’s particular area
• Knowledge of the general organization and functions of a public school system
• Ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflict with students, parents, and community groups
• Good organization and communication skills
• Demonstrates accomplishments in keeping professionally current

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education or other related discipline
• Valid CDE teacher licensure with appropriate endorsement
• Designated positions may require training in and ability to use sign language

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to Principal.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in a school classroom.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is mostly walking and standing with periods of sittings. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders or scaffolding; bend and crouch; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; demonstrate an athletic activity or physical exercise; and feel the shape, size and temperature of objects; and physically restrain students. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SALARY RANGE

Teachers (including Psychologists, Occupational, Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Counselors) hired into D11 are placed on the appropriate lane and step of the teacher salary schedule based on two factors which include:

a) the educational background of the applicant and

b) the number of years of prior job related experience (the maximum credit granted is 14 years provided the experience occurred in the last 15 years).

The minimum in-hire salary for a this position is $50,500/yr and the maximum salary is $78,301/yr

The salary may change according to the schedule adopted by the Board of Education for the 25-26 contract year. If the Teacher works part-time, the salary will be adjusted based on their Full-Time Equivalency (FTE) and start date.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for benefits. Benefits include the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, District Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Voluntary Long-term Disability, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

School District 11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to disability, need for special education services (whether actual or perceived), race, creed, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or protected activity in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any harassment/discrimination of students and/or staff, based on the aforementioned protected areas, will not be tolerated and must be brought to the immediate attention of the school principal, D11 administrator/supervisor or D11 nondiscrimination compliance/grievance coordinator.

NONDISCRIMINATION COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR, the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs and Ombudservices, has been designated to coordinate compliance with: Equal Pay Act of 1963, Civil Rights Act of 1964, as Amended, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Title IX – Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For additional information, please contact the District 11 Office of Equal Opportunity Programs & Ombudservices at 1115 North El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2599, Phone: 719-520-2288, FAX: 719-520-2442

The following Board policies address nondiscrimination in District 11: AC, AC-R, GBA, GBAA, JBB, JBB-R

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