(26-27 SY) Vision Teacher (Diagnostic Center) Colorado Springs School District 11

Position Profile

Position:Teacher:Vision Teacher

Department/School:Diagnostic Center

Reports To: Principal and Special Education Executive Director

FTE:1.0

Days/Year:187

Salary Schedule:2025-2026 Teacher/SSP Salary Schedule Non-School Based Positions (Group C)

FLSA Status:Exempt

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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 andin harmony with the goalsestablishes 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).

Effective Teachers in the state of Colorado have the knowledge skills and commitments needed to provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities and growth for all students. They strive to support growth and development close achievement gaps and to prepare diverse student populations for postsecondary and workforce success. Effective Teachers facilitate mastery of content and skill development and employ and adjust evidence-based strategies and approaches for students who are not achieving mastery and students who need acceleration. They also develop in students the skills interests and abilities necessary to be lifelong learners as well as for democratic and civic participation. Effective Teachers communicate high expectations to students and their families and utilize diverse strategies to engage them in a mutually supportive teaching and learning environment. Because effective Teachers understand that the work of ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all students cannot happen in isolation they engage in collaboration continuous reflection on-going learning and leadership within the profession.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Implements by instruction and action the districts philosophy of education and instructional content standards and benchmarks (goals and objectives)
Provides effective instructional strategies and activities for all students in the classroom
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal or his/her designated school leader
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of appropriate 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 teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and cooperatively with supervisor evaluates their job performance
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
Make every student parent and visitor feel noticed welcomed and valued

OTHER DUTIES
Performs related work as required

KNOWLEDGE ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Understands and demonstrates classroom management/instructional strategies to support student achievement
Integrates technology skills to support the content area(s) and 21st Century Learning
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 teachers particular area/classroom
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
Bachelors degree in education or other discipline with endorsement meeting teacher licensure requirements
Appropriate State licensure

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to Principal

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in a school classroom (environment).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is mostly walking and standing with periods of sitting. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 20 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; 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.

Employees in this category will also receive the following for the 2025-2026 school year:

1. Non-Recurring Pay: 8% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 4% on November paycheck and 4% on May paycheck).
2. 10 Additional Days (District Embedded Coaches Only): 10 additional days are built into the base pay for District Embedded Coaches.

Employment assignment and salary placement is in accordance with job description requirements. A work history is required to demonstrate job title job duties and time worked in the position. Reference the linked How Your Compensation Is Determined for more details.

Base Salary Setting: Employment assignment and salary placement is in accordance with job description requirements. A work history is required to demonstrate job title job duties and time worked in the position. Reference the linked How Your Compensation Is Determined for more details.

Base Salary Setting (New Hires): Any newly-employed Teacher/Special Service Provider (SSP) will be placed on the appropriate lane for their educational background (BA MA etc). according to the official transcripts that are provided. They will be placed at the appropriate step for experience listed on the resume. Teachers will receive credit for a maximum of 14 years for any applicable teaching experience (provided that the experience occurred in the last 15 years).

Base Salary Setting (Rehires): Returning employees who have previously resigned or separated from the District will be rehired at the same step they were on at the time of resignation/separation plus any new experience gained in the same job provided step increases were approved by the Board during the years in question.

See Employee Handbook (located on the D11 website) for information on salary setting for rehires (after retirement) promotions and lateral transfers.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Required Experience:

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