Elementary School Special Education Teacher

About the role

This position is a Licensed Teacher Vacancy at Meridian Ranch Elementary School, starting on July 28, 2026.

Qualifications and Expectations

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Colorado teaching license endorsed in area of assignment: 5-21 Special Education Generalist or Specialist OR 5-21 Special Education Severe Needs
• Passing PRAXIS Elementary Education (Exam #5001 or #5018)
• Completion of Colorado READ Act training requirements

Experience

District 49 credits each year of verified full-time/full-year relevant experience.

Work Schedule

182 contracted work days.

Benefits

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

Pay

• Minimum starting pay is $50,500/year
• Maximum salary is $101,999/year
• Initial pay placement depends on formal education and years of relevant experience

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.

Application Instructions

• Upload full and complete official transcripts beginning with your Bachelor's degree
• Answer all questions on the application including all disclosure questions
• Fill in all relevant work experience on your application to ensure correct placement on the D49 pay schedule
• Upload letter of introduction/cover letter
• Upload letters of recommendation (optional)
• Upload current resume
• Upload Colorado Department of Education issued license or statement of where you are in the process of obtaining your license

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.