Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Special Education (Gen)

Date Posted:
3/30/2021

Location:
Crystal River Elementary School

Date Available:
August, 2021

CRES seeks a Special Education Teacher (Severe Needs) for the 2021-22 school year and beyond. Experience with Severe Needs and/or Language Development (Dual Language schools) are pluses.

Teachers at CRES work closely and collaboratively with their team to develop and implement RFSD instructional model, and are supported through ongoing coaching cycles to help the continuous improvement of their craft. CRES seeks a positive and proactive individual who strives to build strong relationships with parents, students, and colleagues and embraces the mission and vision of our school.

CRES's mission is to challenge and inspire all students to develop character skills, reach their academic potential, and become global citizens. Come and help us live by our mission!

RFSD offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include: paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs.

Pay range: $41,140.00 - $63,360.00 based on education and years of experience

Required Qualifications:

* Colorado Teaching License - Special Education Generalist

Desired Qualifications:

* Elementary teaching experience

* Experience teaching a diverse population of students including English Language Learners and previous work with intentionally implementing culturally responsive instruction

* Strong background in literacy and mathematics instruction

Desired Core Competencies:

* Openness to coaching, feedback, and reflection in order to continuously improve practices.

* Values driven instructional leadership and professionalism

* Personal ownership and passion for improving outcomes for all learners

Application Deadline: Open until filled

NOTE: An instructional demonstration will be required of all finalists, and the video-recorded submission of this demonstration may be required.

With 13 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes (average - 21); a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Why Work for Roaring Fork Schools? Mary says it all! Check us out at: https://youtu.be/nYEsuFVucJ8