Special Education Teacher - BCBA

Denver, CO
Full Time
Laradon School
Mid Level

Position: Special Education Teacher - BCBA

Schedule: 8 am-4 pm, M-F. This position is a full calendar year.

Starting Salary Range: * $60,000-$75,000 annually & relocation assistance

*The stated starting salary pay range for this position is meant to reflect a range of where a typical entry level candidate would start and is not meant to be all inclusive. Additional education and experience may result in a starting pay outside of the stated range.*

If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve.

As a Special Education Teacher/BCBA you will be a valuable asset to Laradon’s mission by leading the instruction and behavioral services for students.  Lead the multidisciplinary IEP process and develop evidence-based behavior intervention plans that include positive behavior intervention and supports and environmental strategies designed to address known antecedents and promote skill acquisition.  Train and support staff to assist them in utilizing appropriate interventions and behavior management strategies. 

No day is ever alike but you can generally look forward to the following responsibilities:

  • Promote a learning environment in which all students thrive; classroom instruction that is tailored to students’ strengths and needs and prepares students for their next transition. 

  • Plan and coordinate provision of specialized instruction services based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in both group and individual settings that include skill acquisition plans to teach functional skills. 

  • Serve as special education case manager, leading the multidisciplinary IEP process, facilitating IEP meetings, and meeting required timelines. 

  • Develop initial treatment plan/BIP, including crisis management plans, and meet required timelines for case plan reviews. 

  • Develop and maintain data collection systems for IEP goals treatment plan/BIP data collection.  Delegate data collection to paraprofessionals and service providers as needed. 

  • Actively engage parents, guardians, and community agencies in the IEP process.   

  • Complete required documentation and maintain records. 

  • Provide crisis intervention and support to students and staff. 

  • Work collaboratively with other professionals to meet the needs of individual students across learning environments. 

  • Provide direct supervision and leadership for classroom paraprofessionals. 

  • Provide training and coaching for staff in using evidence-based interventions and strategies. 

  • Drive students as necessary for program needs.  

  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance.  

  • As Laradon is a small employer and employees work in a collaborative, team environment, employee must be physically present in school to perform his/her job functions. 

  • Other duties as assigned. 

We proudly support our employees by providing the following benefits for this position:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
  • 401(k) + 4% Match
  • 8 Weeks of Paid Breaks/Holidays and 100 Hours of Accrued Paid Time Off Annually
  • FAMLI Leave
  • Bilingual Pay Differential
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Assistance
  • Laradon is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Onsite Employee Counseling Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Long Term Disability, Life, Cancer, Accident, and Pet Insurance
  • EcoPass: Unlimited rides on RTD buses and trains for full-time employees
  • Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
  • Committee participation opportunities (DEIB/A, Safety)
  • Development, job growth, and internal training
  • The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
  • CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees.

We believe in providing continuing education and development opportunities for our employees. To start you off right in your position, we’ll make sure you are trained in the following:

  • All trainings deemed mandatory by Laradon
  • Orientation
  • Mandatory Reporting
  • Incident Reporting
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Safety Care
  • Defensive Driving
  • Person Centered Training
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Job Shadowing

We ask that you bring the following assets to our workplace:

  • Current Colorado Department of Education License in Special Education. 

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification. 

  • Excellent communication skills and flexibility. 

  • Ability to work with diverse student population and staff. 

  • Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full workdays. 

Preferred Requirements:      

  • One year experience in a licensed position working with students with intellectual or multiple disabilities. 

  • Three years experience with children or adolescents with challenging behavior. 

  • Experience working with linguistically and culturally diverse students. 

  • Valid driving license, good driving record, vehicle insurance. 

Our commitment to you once you get here:

Laradon is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our DEIB policy supports and strengthens Laradon’s mission of promoting advocacy, community access and independence for the individuals we serve and celebrating the unique differences and abilities of our employees.

To provide culturally responsive services to individuals, students, guests, and staff/employees, our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel a sense of belonging and value. Laradon respects, embraces, and celebrates the individuality every person brings to our workplace and community.

Our Values: 

Inclusion | Compassion | Advocacy | Respect | Empowerment

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