Special Education Teacher - GALS Denver

GALS Overview

Welcome to GALS, a vibrant and inclusive, girls+ public charter school where every student is encouraged to shine. GALS serves 350 students from 6th through 12th grades, empowering them to excel academically, lead with confidence, and embrace life boldly.

At GALS, we believe in an education that goes beyond the traditional. Our innovative approach blends inquiry-based learning with a focus on movement, creating a dynamic and engaging classroom experience. Here, education is not just about hitting academic targets; it's about fostering a deep sense of self and well-being.

Imagine a place where health and wellness are integral to learning, where every lesson supports both mind and body. Our standards-based practices are designed to optimize academic achievement while nurturing identity development and physical wellness.

Come and discover a school where curiosity is ignited, confidence is built, and every student is encouraged to reach their fullest potential. At GALS, were not just preparing students for the future; were empowering them to shape it.

About the Position

Special Education Teachers at GALS serve as case managers for students with disabilities and instructors for students with identified skill gaps. They work in partnership with general educators to ensure that needs are met and accommodations are provided consistently acrossall settings.

Responsibilities

Plans, teaches and evaluates students with general education teachers to support grade-level outcomes

Facilitates modifications/accommodations across settings and makes environmental adjustments so that all students can be fully included

Plans and teaches intervention classes to address skill deficits using data to make instructional adjustments

Conducts progress monitoring and track data across all settings

Establishes relationships with families for all students on caseload and communicate with them regularly

Thoughtfully and collaboratively develops IEPs, designs modifications / accommodations, and writes goals that are in the best interest of student outcomes

Collects, organizes, and disseminates student-specific data trends

Communicates IEP changes to grade level teams

Performs other duties as assigned or requested by Heads of School or Leadership Team

Qualifications and Competencies

Bachelors degree (required)

Teacher License: Special Ed Generalist (5-21) Endorsement (required)

Belief in GALS mission, charter schools, gender based schooling, and active pedagogy

Experience with diverse staff, student, and community populations

Team Orientation

Strong Organizational Skills

Family-centered philosophy

Salary and Application Process

Full-Time, exempt position, following our teacher pay scale and benefits, with starting pay based on years of relevant experience. The salary for this position is $49,815 annually to $96,451.37 annually.

School hours, 8:00 am- 4:30 pm, with some flexibility, some evening events required throughout the school year. Approximately 196 Workdays per year.

EOE Statement

GALS is an equal opportunity employer. This means that GALS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,815.00 - $96,451.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Denver, CO 80204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Denver, CO 80204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person