2026-27 Special Education Teachers-Poudre School District

Poudre School District is hosting an Integrated Services (Special Education) Hiring Event on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from approximately 4:00 pm - 9:00pm, where we will be conducting in-person interviews for Special Education Teachers and Special Services Providers for the 2026-2027 school year.

We are hiring for multiple positions at various sites and program areas such as Autism, Integrated Learning Support (ILS), Multi-Categorical, and Affective Needs (AN).

View all open applicant pools and apply here.

If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you no later than February 24, 2026, with further details.

Elementary Special Education Teacher: View Job Description Here

Secondary Special Education Teacher: View Job Description Here

INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION:

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. 

Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6^th, 2025). 

This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status.

Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities.  We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at ADA@psdschools.org. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

SUMMARY: Responsible for instructing academic functional classes to students in Integrated Services/Special Education programs in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Course content, format, structure, and schedule. b. Classroom materials, activities, and lesson plans. c. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals, objectives, and transition plans. d. Scheduling of staff and meetings in compliance with IEPs.
2. Instruct students in large, small, and/or one-on-one situations across curriculum to students with a wide range of skills
3. Organize and facilitate schedules of students and paraprofessionals and assist in the development of master schedule for the Integrated Services department.
4. Assist in the supervision and direction of special education paraprofessionals.
5. Create a classroom environment which maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and wellbeing of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
6. Monitor student learning and progress to: a. Evaluate success of the educational approaches, specialized instruction, supports, and services. b. Adapt support as needed. c. Maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
7. Communicate students’ progress and needs with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
8. Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and other special education providers to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. b. With outside agencies to promote student success. c. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
9. Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student’s education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
10. Participate in: a. Department, team, building, IEP/staffing, and district meetings and discussions. b. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. c. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. d. Professional growth opportunities.
11. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience in an educational setting with students with special needs preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.