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Job DetailsJob Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80916Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $55,358.00 - $69,663.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: Day Who We Are A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development Who We Serve 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian 56% English Language Learners What You’ll Do Embody the mission and values of Atlas Schools, including connection, accountability, growth mindset, and perseverance. Plan for and deliver engaging, motivating, rigorous, and standards-aligned instruction using research-based practices. Design, implement, document, and revise lesson plans, curricular materials, and instructional resources as required by the school. Lead academic interventions for designated small groups using push-in and pull-out service models. Manage a caseload of students, including all required district, state, and federal special education documentation. Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and Colorado Department of Education requirements. Facilitate IEP meetings and collaborate with families, general education teachers, instructional coaches, and related service providers to ensure services and accommodations are delivered with fidelity. Administer and analyze formative, interim, standardized, and progress-monitoring assessments to inform instruction and support student growth toward IEP and academic goals. Maintain a classroom environment that is inclusive, structured, and conducive to learning, aligned to school-wide academic and behavioral expectations. Serve as an adviser to a group of students and families, maintaining consistent communication and hosting required family conferences. Draft and revise scholar report cards to ensure clear, meaningful communication of student progress. Actively engage families as partners by understanding their backgrounds and experiences to support an equitable and inclusive school community. Collaborate professionally with colleagues and instructional coaches, demonstrating openness to feedback and continuous improvement. Maintain a school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through reflection and adherence to shared systems. Participate in professional development, instructional planning, and required school events throughout the year. Support school operations as needed, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, field trips, academic support sessions, community events, and graduations. Provide classroom coverage for colleagues during absences when required (with additional compensation). Perform other related duties as assigned. Compensation & Schedule Salaried/Exempt Signing Bonus: $1,000 Annual Salary Range: $55,358 - $69,663 (DOE) Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed Benefits Approximately 13 weeks of paid school breaks 30 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee) 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more) Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Access to thousands of employee discounts Annual Calendar and SY2026-27 Start Date Annual Workdays: 199 Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays. Start Date: July 8, 2026 QualificationsWho You Are Required Qualifications: Must have a current and valid Colorado teaching license with a Special Education Generalist (5-21) endorsement; or Have a completed bachelor’s degree and be willing to enroll in the ASPIRE to Teach program to gain a Temporary Educator Eligibility Authorization within the first 60 days of employment Ability to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7 Be 100% dedicated to educational equity and committed to creating a rigorous, nurturing, and joyful educational experience Have the highest commitment to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment Ownership for the academic results of students Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues Ability to demonstrate evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player Possess a growth mindset and experience using feedback as a way to improve practice Desired Qualifications: Bilingual: Spanish & English or have experience working with bilingual students Successful leader of an urban classroom who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success while creating a joyful environment for students to thrive in Essential Job Functions Must be able to regularly fulfill duties in person Prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and successfully working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed Must be able to fulfill all aspects of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation Must be able to adhere to the policies and procedures of Atlas Schools Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions Position Closes: When Filled
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