Special Education Teacher - $2,631 per week
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Special Education Teacher
Discipline: School Services
Start Date: 07/30/2026
Duration: 42 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Special Education Teacher (Learning Specialist / Affective Needs) for a K-5 elementary school setting, requiring an active Colorado teaching license and experience with IEPs, FBAs, and BIPs.
Details
- Elementary school setting serving K-5 students in a specialized Affective Needs (AN) program
- Current caseload of approximately 7 students, with potential fluctuation of 1-2 students throughout the year
- Classroom support includes 2 paraprofessionals within the AN room, plus push-in support to general education classrooms
- Provides academic instruction in Reading, Writing, and Math, as well as Executive Functioning and Specialized Behavior Instruction
- Day shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:15 AM – 3:30 PM (5x8-hour shifts), 40 hours per week
Requirements
- Active Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license required and must be in hand at time of consideration — license required if applicable
- At least 1–2 years of experience teaching or student teaching in a special education setting
- Experience administering and interpreting educational assessments
- Experience developing and implementing legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Experience conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) — implementation experience preferred
- Experience with positive behavior supports, de-escalation techniques, and crisis prevention/intervention strategies
- Experience using data to inform instruction and decision-making
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, general education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families
- Experience with trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches within highly structured learning environments
Additional Information
- Supports students with significant social, emotional, and behavioral needs through evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices
- Develops and implements individualized instructional and behavioral supports based on student needs and progress-monitoring data
- Maintains regular monitoring and reporting of student progress
- Colorado CBI and FBI fingerprinting clearance is required and should be completed promptly upon contract signing
- Resume is required for consideration
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.