Secondary Affective Needs Teacher

KIPP Colorado Public Schools

Special Education Teacher responsible for developing and implementing educational strategies at KIPP Colorado. Driving student outcomes and enhancing the learning experience in a culturally responsive classroom.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeDenver • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,990 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Special Education, including the implementation of IEPs, BIPs, and 504 Plans, while fostering a culturally responsive classroom environment. Committed to driving student outcomes and creating exceptional educational experiences for diverse student populations.

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Special Education LicenseIEP ImplementationBIP ManagementCulturally Responsive TeachingSpanish Bilingual

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Hard Skills

Instructional PlanningAcademic Program DevelopmentBehavior ManagementData-Driven Decision MakingAssessment and Grading

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeamworkInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeSpecial Education License or TEE

Industry Keywords

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)MTSS InterventionsCultural CompetenceHigh Standards of ExcellenceEntrepreneurial Mindset

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Special Education Teacher is the instructional leader of their student caseload and is directly responsible for driving student outcomes and creating an exceptional student experience.
Teachers drive the educational mission of KIPP Colorado schools by developing daily instruction aligned with our academic program that enables students to make significant academic growth each year.
The Special Education Teacher plans instruction, organizes learning activities, internalizes and intellectually prepares for lessons, grades equitably and consistently, and implements with fidelity all accommodations and modifications for students’ IEPs, BIP’s, 504 Plans, and MTSS interventions.
The Special Education Teacher at KIPP Colorado holds full responsibility for creating and cultivating a culturally responsive classroom community that is warm-demanding, including upholding school-wide expectations, managing tier 1 behaviors, and contacting families proactively and responsively.
Teachers support the campus-wide community and whole school systems through active presence at daily duties, including but not limited to: arrival duty, dismissal duty, lunch duty, threshold presence at transitions, hallway / bathroom duty, and coverage for staff absences.
The position is a 10-month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position reports to a member of the school leadership team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (required)
Special Education License or TEE through CDE (required)
Spanish bilingual (preferred)
Ability and willingness to fulfill all state and federal guidelines to meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) criteria (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required)
Ability to work during after-school, evening, and weekend meetings and events at the school (required)
A full understanding and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (more about that HERE ) (required)
Commitment to and experience with youth of various cultural and economic backgrounds.
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment.
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork.
Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work.
Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence.
High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills.
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines.
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $65,990 and is commensurate with experience.
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment and coverage, through United Healthcare
Time Off !!!: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).
Based on hire date, employees are eligible for up to 8 days of Paid Time Off (PTO).
All employees receive summer break through an organization-wide closure, based on work location and position.
Access to parental and medical leave: includes 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks (after your first year).
Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft.
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop.
Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option.
Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable).