Child Find and Early Childhood Specialist

Job Description

This position is responsible for conducting child find activities, providing early childhood special education services, and collaborating with families and other professionals to identify and meet the educational needs of children with disabilities.

Qualifications And Expectations

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Colorado teaching license endorsed in Early Childhood Special Education 0-8
• A passing PRAXIS Elementary Education (Exam #5001 or #5018)

About School District 49

District 49 is a progressive, rapidly growing district in eastern Colorado Springs. It aims to be the best district to learn, work, and lead. As one of Colorado's only two recognized Districts of Innovation, District 49 offers a variety of conventional, charter, online, and blended schools, including homeschool support and career and technical education.

Pay

The minimum starting pay is $54,662/year and the maximum salary is $110,405/year. Initial pay placement is dependent on level of formal education and years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Group insurance (health, dental and vision)
• Paid sick and personal leave
• Elective retirement savings plans

Schedule

197 contracted work days per school year.

Application Instructions

To apply, you must upload full and complete official transcripts, answer all questions on the application, provide relevant work experience, upload a letter of introduction/cover letter, letters of recommendation (optional), current resume, and a Colorado Department of Education issued license or statement of where you are in the process of obtaining your license. The entire application process is completed online through the Applitrack system. Interviews are site-based and not conducted by the Human Resources office.

Non-Discrimination Disclosure

District 49 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office of Civil Rights for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.