SPED Teacher - Center Based Autism Program

Douglas County School District • Parker, CO

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About The Position

Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing specialized educational instruction for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a dedicated center-based program. The primary goal is to foster academic achievement, behavioral skills, social-emotional development, and functional independence for each student. This role involves intensive case management, leading the classroom team, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

• CO Teacher License - Colorado Department of Education
• Teacher License - Colorado Department of Education
• Master's Degree: Special Education

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop and implement standards-based Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Administer formal and informal assessments to evaluate academic and functional skill levels, regularly monitoring and tracking student progress to adjust instruction and programming as required.
• Complete required IEP documentation and progress reports in a timely and thorough manner.
• Develop, adapt, and implement curriculum and lessons tailored to meet the diverse and individualized needs of students with ASD.
• Utilize and implement evidence-based practices, such as visual supports and structured teaching methodologies.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction across academic, social, communication including assistive technology, and daily living skills.
• Lead and coordinate the classroom team, providing modeling and coaching to Educational Assistants/paraprofessionals in the implementation of strategies and data collection practices.
• Collaborate effectively with related service providers (e.g., SLPs, OTs, BCBAs) and general education teachers to ensure a comprehensive, integrated team approach.24
• Maintain professional and respectful communication with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on progress and offering support.
• Create and maintain a structured, positive, and sensory-friendly learning environment with predictable routines.
• Manage student behavior, implementing positive behavior support plans and Center Based Teacher- Autism Program Teacher proactive strategies to address challenging behaviors and provide a safe learning environment.
• Implement self-regulation strategies and facilitate functional and alternative communication for students.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
• This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time