Special Education Teacher, Severance High School

Reports to: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Family: Licensed
Pay Ranger: Certified
Job Code: CE06
Work Calendar: 186 (26/27 SY)
Prepared/Revised Date: April 29, 2026

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

BENEFITS
Weld RE-4 School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. In addition, 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). Paid leave is provided based on the employee’s benefit eligibility status and work calendar. To learn more about our benefits, please see the benefit schedule on our website.

Weld RE-4 is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, Veteran status, religion, national origin, ancestry, need for special education services, age, genetic information, conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws with regard to programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The following person / people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: For student-related inquiries: Director of Instruction, 1020 Main Street, Windsor, Colo., 970-686-8000, [email protected] For employee or applicant-related inquiries: Director of Human Resources, 1020 Main Street, Windsor, Colo., 970-686-8000, [email protected] Grievance procedures can be found in Policy AC-R-1 for discrimination concerns and Policy AC-R-2 for Title IX concerns.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Reports To: Building Principal
Job Family: Licensed
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Range:Certified
Job Code: CE06
Work Calendar: 186
Prepared / Revised Date: January 20, 2023
Summary
Responsible for instructing academic functional classes to students in 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, skills,
and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
● Develop, plan, prepare, and implement:
● Course content, format, structure, and schedule.
● Classroom materials and learning activities.
● Scheduling of staff and meetings in compliance with IEP’s.
● Individualized Education Plan goals and objectives.
● Instruct students in large, small, and/or one-on-one situations across curriculum to
students with a wide range of skills.
● Organize and facilitate schedules of students and paraprofessionals and assist in the
development of master schedule
● Assist in the supervision and direction of special education paraprofessionals.
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● 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
● Monitor student learning and progress to:
● Evaluate success of the educational approaches, specialized instruction, supports,
and services.
● Adapt support as needed.
● Maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and
needs of students
● Communicate students’ progress and needs with parents/guardians and other staff
as needed.
● Collaborate:
● With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance
instruction and improve
● student outcomes.
● With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions
● Demonstrate a commitment to:
● Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
● Include and engage families in the student’s education.
● Support all District policies, procedures, and expectations.
● Provide personal and professional excellence.
Participate in:
● Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.
● Student and/or family conferences and other meetings.
● Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities.
● Professional growth opportunities.
● Attend work and arrive in a timely manner
● Perform other duties as assigned
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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 / Certifications
● Criminal background check
● Valid Colorado Driver’s License
● Valid Colorado teaching license with proper endorsement required.
● CPR and First Aid preferred
Technical Skills and Knowledge
● Oral and written communication skills.
● English language skills.
● Interpersonal relations skills.
● Math and accounting skills.
● Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
● Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
● Ability to work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide
an effective learning environment.
● Ability to communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community
members. Ability to participate and working a team environment.
● Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
● Ability and willingness adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and
punctual employee presence.
● Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies
and building and department procedures.
● Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people
from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
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● Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules,
practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe
conditions to the appropriate administrator.
Supervision
● None
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirement Amount of Time
Stand Over 2/3
Over 2/3 Over 2/3
Sit 1/3 to 2/3
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Over 2/3
1/3 to 2/3 1/3 to 2/3
Climb or balance Under 1/3
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Under 1/3
Talk Over 2/3
Hear Over 2/3
Taste None
Smell None
Weight and Force Demands Amount of Time
Up to 10 pounds 1/3 to 2/3
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Weight and Force Demands Amount of Time
Up to 25 pounds 1/3 to 2/3
Up to 50 pounds None
Up to 100 pounds None
More than 100 pounds None
Mental Functions Amount of Time
Compare 1/3 to 2/3
Analyze 1/3 to 2/3
Communicate Over 2/3
Copy 1/3 to 2/3
Coordinate 1/3 to 2/3
Instruct 1/3 to 2/3
Compute Under 1/3
Synthesize Under 1/3
Evaluate 1/3 to 2/3
Use Interpersonal Skills Over 2/3
Compile 1/3 to 2/3
Negotiate 1/3 to 2/3
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Work Environment Amount of Time
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) Under 1/3
Work near moving mechanical parts Under 1/3
Work in high, precarious places None
Fumes or airborne particles None
Toxic or caustic chemicals None
Outdoor weather conditions None
Extreme cold (non-weather) None
Risk of electrical shock None
Work with explosives None
Risk of radiation None
Vibration None
Vision Demands Required to Perform Essential Functions of The
Job
No special vision requirements No
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Yes
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or
more)
Yes
Color vision (ability to identify and
distinguish colors)
No
Peripheral vision No
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Vision Demands Required to Perform Essential Functions of The
Job
Depth perception No
Ability to adjust focus Yes
Noise Level Level of Noise Typical in The Work Environment
for This Job
Very quiet No
Quiet Yes
Moderate Yes
Loud Yes
Very loud No
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