Special Education Teacher Jobs in Colorado

A Special Education Teacher in the elementary education industry provides specialized instruction designed to meet the unique learning needs of students with various disabilities. They create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that outline the student's specific learning needs and the goals they are to reach. These educators also adapt lessons to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can comprehend and engage with the curriculum. They work closely with parents, school administrators, and other teachers to monitor the student's progress and adjust the teaching methods and IEPs as needed. They also foster an inclusive environment that respects differences and promotes understanding among students.

Important skills for a Special Education Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and understand students with special needs. They should have a deep understanding of different learning disabilities and know how to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Certifications required may vary by location, but typically, they should have a bachelor's degree in special education, child psychology, or a related field. Many states also require licensing or certification in special education. Before becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teacher Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or an Inclusion Support Facilitator to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Deaf/Hard of Hearing Special Education Teacher

  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers with a deaf/hard of hearing endorsement for the 25/26 school year....

Special Education Teacher - School District 49

  • Falcon, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Falcon, CO
  • 5 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teacher - Littleton Public Schools

  • Littleton, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 5 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teacher - Aurora Public Schools:

  • Aurora, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 5 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Visually Impaired Teacher - Littleton Public Schools

  • Littleton, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Visually Impaired Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teacher - Douglas County Public Schools

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 5 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teacher - Jeffco Public Schools

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 5 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teacher - Boulder Valley School District

  • Boulder, CO
  • 16 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 16 days ago

Ro Health is looking for experienced Special Education teachers for the 24/25 school year. Experience with IEP goals, working with kiddos with severe disabilities is encouraged....

Special Education Teachers

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 hour ago

For School Year 2...- Work Day CalendarAnnual Salary: $49,450+ (Salary placement is based on experience and education level.)Click on the following link to view the full salary range on the...

School Services - Special Education Teacher - $2,354 per week

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 hour ago

Make a lasting impact as a Special Education Teacher with Jackson Therapy Partners!...

Middle School - Special Education Teacher - SSN and Moderate Needs

  • Brighton, CO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 15 hours ago

Middle School - Special Education Teacher - SSN and Moderate Needs JobID: 9544 Position Type: Special Education/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Prairie View Middle School...

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

  • Peyton, CO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Peyton, CO
  • 15 hours ago

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher JobID: 18829 Position Type: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Remington Elementary School Date Available: 07/28/2025...

Teacher - Early Childhood Special Education

  • Thornton, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 17 hours ago

Teacher - Early Childhood Special Education JobID: 12108 + Position Type: Teaching: Special Education/ Teacher-Erly Child Sp Ed + Date Posted: 4/15/2025 + Location: Centennial Elementary School + Closing...

Special Ed Teacher - Colorado Springs, Colorado

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Valid Special Education Teacher certification Experience working with K-12 students, particularly in inclusive settings Strong understanding of social and emotional learning (SEL) frameworks...

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - Denver, CO

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Sunbelt Staffing is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher in the Denver, CO area....

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Special Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Colorado offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%


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