Special Education Teacher

Job Title:

Pay Range:

$50-65/hour

Job Description:

Up to $65/hour Brighton CO Full-Time Special Education Teacher

School Year

Position Details

• Mild/Moderate & Significant Support Needs (SSN)

• Full-Time 1.0 FTE

• Starting August 2026 for the entire school year
  

About the Role

Hello Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Mild/Moderate & SSN Special Education Teacher to support students in Brighton this role youll provide individualized instruction academic support and behavioral interventions to students with a wide range of learning communication and functional needs.

Youll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement IEPs foster student independence and create an inclusive supportive classroom where every student can thrive. Whether supporting students with mild to moderate disabilities or those with significant support needs youll play a meaningful role in helping students reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside a collaborative district team and a therapist-owned and operated company dedicated to supporting educators.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay (Up to $65/hour) steady school-year schedule

• Full-time position with consistent hours

• Supportive local district partnership

• W-2 employment with liability insurance included

• Healthcare benefits* 401(k) with company match

• Reimbursement for licensure and professional development referral bonuses
  

What Youll Do

• Develop implement and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with each students academic behavioral communication and functional goals

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with mild/moderate disabilities and significant support needs

• Create a structured positive and inclusive learning environment

• Implement behavior supports and positive intervention strategies

• Collaborate with general education teachers related service providers administrators and families

• Monitor student progress collect data and adjust instruction as needed

• Complete progress reports and maintain compliant special education documentation

• Support students in developing academic social-emotional communication and independent living skills as appropriate
  

What Were Looking For

• Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with Special Education endorsement

• Experience working with students with mild/mod disabilities significant support needs or diverse learning needs preferred

• Strong classroom management collaboration communication and problem-solving skills

• School-based experience preferred but not required
  

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so educators and clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity community impact and creating a workplace where employees feel valued.

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Please reach out to if you have any questions!