Special Education Teacher

About Parker Core Knowledge

At Parker Core Knowledge, we’re looking for innovative, passionate educators who are excited to prepare students for a successful future. If you bring creativity, energy, and a talent for making learning meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.

As a proud recipient of the U.S. Department of Education’s 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award, PCK delivers a rigorous Core Knowledge curriculum that drives academic excellence. Our school has earned top honors, including being ranked the #1 school in Douglas County and the #1 charter school in Colorado by U.S. News & World Report.

We offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package for full-time staff, including 100% employer-paid medical, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. Our supportive leadership team is dedicated to your professional growth, offering mentorship, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement.

PCK is more than just a school, it’s a vibrant, tight-knit community where families and staff work together to create a warm and welcoming environment. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and join a forward-thinking educational team, we invite you to apply.

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Elementary Classroom Teacher

Reports To: Academic Director
Primary Function: Design and deliver individualized instruction to students by adapting general education lessons to meet their specific needs; Collaborate with general education teachers and other professionals to ensure students receive appropriate support and access to the curriculum.
Hours: M-F; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Start Date: July 29, 2026
Anticipated Salary: $58,000 - $80,000

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Requirements

Educational Level: Bachelors of Science in education or related education field.
Certification/License Required: Colorado Teaching License, Special Education Generalist Endorsement required.
Experience: K-8 special education experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong classroom management, written, and verbal communication skills are required. Core Knowledge scope and sequence experience preferred

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Essential Duties

Develop and deliver individualized and small-group instruction based on students' IEP goals and academic standards

Provide support in inclusive classroom settings, facilitating accommodations and modifications

Adapt curriculum materials and teaching methods to meet the needs of students with disabilities

Collaborate with IEP teams to create, review and revise Individual Education Programs for students

Communicate regularly with families to provide updates on progress and involve them in the IEP process

Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Work closely with general education teachers to support the inclusion of students with disabilities in mainstream classrooms

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and training related to special education practices and compliance

Coordinate with school counselors, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive support

Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Colorado Department of Education (CDE) requirements

Maintain positive and proactive communication with members of the PCK community

Model positive character traits in all aspects of the job

Perform other duties as assigned by administration

Demonstrate professionalism in all job related areas

Actively participate in on-going trainings at the district level and and on-site learning opportunities

Maintain detailed documentation of services provided, student progress, and IEP compliance

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Anticipated Salary and Benefits

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $58,000-$80,000, depending on experience and skill level. 

PCK offers medical, dental and vision benefits, health savings plan, short and long term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, participation in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) defined benefit plan, employee assistance plan, virtual mental health, paid HFWA leave, paid vacation leave and other voluntary benefits.

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It is the policy of the Parker Core Knowledge to seek and employ the best-qualified personnel without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, or disability. Furthermore, it is PCK’s policy to ensure equal opportunity for the advancement of staff members and equal treatment in the areas of upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination.