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Mesa County Valley School District #51

SPED Resource

Pay: $50,765–$105,998/yr
Posted: 6 weeks ago
Location: Grand Junction, CO (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/26/2026

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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

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Job Description

Position Type:
Special Education•
Certified/Teacher, SPED Generalist Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Mount Garfield Middle School Closing Date:
8/6 or open until filled
Description:
SPED•
Resource Job Summary:
Special Education Teacher Qualifications:
Must have or be eligible for Colorado Teaching License with Special Education Generalist endorsement
Working Conditions:
190 days/year
Application Procedure:
Apply Online Selection Procedure:
Position is posted to internal transfers for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days or open until filled
Salary & Benefits:
Teacher Base Pay Salary Schedule Range:
$50,765•$105,998 based on one (1) FTE at one hundred eighty eight (188) days. Hiring Range for
External Candidates:
$50,765•$87,145 •Teachers are initially placed according to experience. Teachers new to the District may be granted up to 15 years of experience, provided the experience occurred within the last 20 years in accordance with the MVEA Agreement. View all salary schedules for the current school year at: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/salary-schedules Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/employee-benefits