Teacher, Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education (Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish required)

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

23h•$60,004 - $124,634•Onsite

About The Position

LICENSED VACANCY Position is for the 2026-2027 school year POSITION: Teacher, Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education (Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish required) LOCATION: 7725 Conifer Road, Denver, CO 80221 - Adventure Elementary Dual Language Program PAY RANGE: Licensed Salary Schedule, $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary CALENDAR: 190 Days REPORTS TO: School Director/Principal SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW: Adventure Elementary is a dual language enrichment school where students are exposed to rigorous academics, learn to think critically, and demonstrate real-world understanding. Learning experiences and service-learning projects actively engage Adventure students in their education. What makes Adventure unique is that we offer all students the opportunity to become proficient in English and Spanish. All students participate in Crew meetings every morning. Crew is a sacred part of the day in which students and teachers build community within their rooms so that every child feels important and connected to a trusted adult and each other. At Adventure we are working hard to develop students that are effective learners, ethical people, and contribute to a better world. To learn more about Adventure's culture, please visit Adventure Elementary . WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS: In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page. QUALIFICATIONS: Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Elementary endorsement required. Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. English Learner Professional Development Designation required; (or willingness to pursue required coursework. Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish required. (Must be able to read, write, and speak in both languages fluently) Background in bilingual education and/or language acquisition preferred. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS: Applicants need to be highly motivated, flexible, dedicated, and creative to promote a positive climate and culture. Willingness and ability to meet the diverse needs of learners (including special education, at-risk, linguistically, and culturally diverse) by adjusting curriculum and working cooperatively with other staff through inclusion. Conduct parent teacher conferences, home visits and ongoing communication with parents. Demonstrate a clear understanding of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices. Operate as the classroom lead teacher. Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of screening and assessment tools appropriate for young children. Be able to provide individualized instructional support for students. Be able to lead and supervise one or more paraprofessionals in the classroom. Commitments and competencies in using a variety of instructional deliveries are including, but limited to, cooperative learning, and interdisciplinary instructional thematic units. Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to a standards-based system of designing and delivering instruction and assessment. Will demonstrate a willingness to collaborate and solve problems with professional peers. Designs instructional intervention that is clearly focused on the standards and assessments established by the District and the State. Provides expanded opportunities and support for learner success. Aligns all instruction with and designs instructional interventions with State and local standards and assessments. If a licensed ECSE: Demonstrate the ability to write and update IEP's. Demonstrate proficiency in evaluation to determine if special education services are needed and understand the Colorado preschool special education laws and regulations. Willingness to participate in mandatory training and staff development/workshops. NOTE: Preschool teachers are hired and assigned to schools and programs based on the level and type of student needs. Staff members may be reassigned in accordance with applicable law and policy, when any of the following occur: program modification, enrollment decline, or change in level and/or type of student needs. TRAINING: Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools. You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time. METHOD OF APPLICATION : External applicants must complete a career application online through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring . Current Mapleton employees should create an account and submit their interest as an internal candidate through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring . SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS

Requirements

Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Elementary endorsement required.
Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish required. (Must be able to read, write, and speak in both languages fluently)
Applicants need to be highly motivated, flexible, dedicated, and creative to promote a positive climate and culture.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices.
Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of screening and assessment tools appropriate for young children.
Commitments and competencies in using a variety of instructional deliveries are including, but limited to, cooperative learning, and interdisciplinary instructional thematic units.
Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to a standards-based system of designing and delivering instruction and assessment.
Will demonstrate a willingness to collaborate and solve problems with professional peers.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.
Background in bilingual education and/or language acquisition preferred.

Responsibilities

Willingness and ability to meet the diverse needs of learners (including special education, at-risk, linguistically, and culturally diverse) by adjusting curriculum and working cooperatively with other staff through inclusion.
Conduct parent teacher conferences, home visits and ongoing communication with parents.
Operate as the classroom lead teacher.
Be able to provide individualized instructional support for students.
Be able to lead and supervise one or more paraprofessionals in the classroom.
Designs instructional intervention that is clearly focused on the standards and assessments established by the District and the State.
Provides expanded opportunities and support for learner success.
Aligns all instruction with and designs instructional interventions with State and local standards and assessments.
Demonstrate the ability to write and update IEP's.
Demonstrate proficiency in evaluation to determine if special education services are needed and understand the Colorado preschool special education laws and regulations.
Willingness to participate in mandatory training and staff development/workshops.