Lead Special Education Teacher (Interim) - EES

Lead Special Education Teacher (Interim) - EES Eagle County School District Edwards Elementary School - Edwards, Colorado This job is also posted in Eagle County School District Job Details

Job ID:

5718555

Application Deadline:

May 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

LEAD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Interim for 2026-2027 School Year Only (with Additional Dean of Students Responsibilities) Edwards Elementary School

BENEFITS

Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 20-22% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, free CMC credits, amongst others. For full time employees

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$62,953 - $80,013 per year For the most current salary schedules, please visit https://www.eagleschools.net/departments/finance/salary-schedules

Incentives and Stipends:

$2,500

Fully Licensed Special Education Teacher Stipend:

A teacher who holds an active Colorado Department of Education license endorsed in Special Education will receive an additional stipend of $2500 (pro-rated based on FTE) $5,000

Administrative Stipend:

A teacher who holds an active Colorado Department of Education principal license will receive an additional stipend of $5,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION

The Interim Lead Special Education Teacher is a full-time special education teacher responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, case management, and ensuring compliance with all IDEA requirements. In addition, this position carries limited, clearly defined Dean of Students responsibilities (approximately 10% of time) focused on supporting student behavior systems—particularly for students with disabilities. The additional responsibilities are designed to strengthen alignment between special education services and school-wide discipline systems, not to replace administrative roles.

SUPERVISED BY

Building Principal

SUPERVISES

Provides support and guidance to paraprofessionals as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS

Primary Role - Special Education Teacher Program Leadership Work with building staff to ensure effective programming model Work with building leadership to enhance behavioral management practices of students with disabilities Work with building leadership to establish a supportive culture regarding inclusion of students with disabilities Instruction & Service Delivery Deliver direct special education services across the continuum (co-teaching, small group, pull-out, consultation) Ensure all IEP services are implemented with fidelity and aligned to student needs Use progress monitoring to adjust instruction and interventions Implement research-based academic and behavioral strategies. Case Management & Compliance Serve as case manager for assigned students Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district requirements (timelines, documentation, reporting) Facilitate IEP meetings and collaborate with families Collaboration Partner with general education staff to implement accommodations and modifications Coordinate with related service providers Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress Professional Responsibilities Maintain accurate, confidential student records Participate in staffings, professional learning, and school teams Support a positive, inclusive learning environment Additional Responsibilities (≈10%): Dean of Students Support

Important:

These responsibilities are limited in scope and scheduled, and must not interfere with required IEP services Behavior & Discipline Support Assist administration with student discipline as assigned Support implementation of school-wide behavior expectations and restorative practices Provide input on discipline decisions involving students with disabilities to ensure alignment with IDEA and Section 504 Specialized Behavioral Expertise Support development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) Provide consultation to staff on behavior strategies for students with disabilities Assist with problem-solving for students with significant behavioral needs Crisis & Response Support Assist with student de-escalation and crisis response as needed and available Support re-entry planning following disciplinary actions Attendance & Student Monitoring Monitor and support attendance interventions for students on caseload or as assigned Collaborate with administration on patterns impacting student success Non-Negotiable Role Boundaries To preserve the integrity of the position: The employee remains a full-time special education teacher Dean responsibilities are: Assigned by administration Scheduled in advance whenever possible Limited to approximately 10% of work time The role does not: Assume primary responsibility for school-wide discipline Interfere with IEP service delivery or compliance timelines

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Colorado Department of Education Special Education Teaching License required. Valid Colorado Department of Education Principal License required. Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in special education preferred. Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, behavioral intervention strategies, and restorative practices. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

SUCCESS INDICATORS

IEP services delivered consistently and in full Compliance timelines and documentation maintained Improved student outcomes (academic and behavioral) Effective collaboration between general and special education Appropriate and legally sound discipline practices for students with disabilities

Position Type:

1.00 FTE

Salary:

$62,953 to $80,013 Per Year Welcome to Edwards Elementary School Edwards Elementary School (EES) is a dual language school serving Kindergarten through 5th-grade students in both English and Spanish instruction. EES is recognized as a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School for increasing access, engagement, and achievement in PLTW programs. Project-based learning inspires and engages students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). It prepares students with the knowledge and skills they'll need to succeed in any career path they choose. Project-based learning promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity for success in the modern world. Job Requirements