Special Education Teacher Granby Alternative Program
Job Location:
Granby, CO - USA
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Job Summary
Granby Public Schools seeking a dedicated compassionate and highly skilled Special Education Teacher to join our self-contained alternative high school program (GAP) serving students in grades 912. This position supports students with diverse academic behavioral and social-emotional needs who require a structured therapeutic and individualized learning environment. The ideal candidate is flexible student-centered and committed to fostering growth resilience and post-secondary readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) aligned with student goals state standards and transition plans
- Deliver differentiated instruction across content areas including literacy math and life skills based on student needs
- Create a structured supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behavior and engagement
- Utilize evidence-based behavioral interventions and de-escalation strategies
- Monitor assess and document student progress; maintain accurate and compliant records
- Collaborate with related service providers counselors and administrators to support student success
- Communicate regularly with families/guardians regarding student progress and needs
- Facilitate transition planning including career readiness independent living skills and post-secondary planning
- Participate in IEP meetings team meetings and professional development opportunities
- Implement crisis intervention strategies when necessary following district protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Special Education (Masters degree preferred)
- Valid state certification in Special Education (Grades 912 or equivalent)
- Experience working with high school students in alternative or self-contained settings preferred
- Knowledge of IEP development behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and transition planning
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- CTComprehensive Special Education Grades K-12(#165) certification
Please include a cover letter resume and list three professional references with your application.
Please see ourGEA contractfor additional information.
TheGranby Board of Educationis committed to providing equal employment opportunities. It is the Boards intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment discrimination or retaliation because of age race color national origin ancestry religion sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability genetic information marital status veteran status uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal state or local laws. For more inforation please see ourHuman Resources page.
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