We are hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher to join our amazing Education Team at The Phoenix Academy at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center in Canon City, Colorado. In this role, you will be part of a team helping others BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

The Phoenix Academy is a private facility school licensed by the Colorado Department of Education offering educational and vocational services for students who have experienced significant difficulty functioning in their homes, communities, and schools.

If you enjoy being challenged, having variety in your workday, and being in a position to support and intervene with at-risk adolescents, we may just be the place for you!

Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center

700 Four Mile Parkway

Canon City, Co 81212

Compensation: $60,000 Annually

Shift: Days

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks:

We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Special Teacher Education

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the school principal, the High School Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing students that have emotional and behavioral disabilities an instructional program based on each students individual education needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include the following).

• Develop goals and objectives for multi-graded classes. Implement Individual Education Programs (IEP) for all students.
• Provide direct instruction and services to students.
• Monitor students’ progress as it relates to established IEP’s.
• Work as a member of a trans-disciplinary team for planning and implementing data based instructional programs.
• Develop weekly lesson plans for each subject taught.
• Provide a thorough assessment and diagnostic process for an individualized instructional program.
• Maintain accurate reports, records and files on individual students.
• Able to work with at-risk students with a variety of behavioral and emotional difficulties. Able to handle and de-escalate out of control behavior.
• Have the ability to work with acting out and disruptive students in a highly structured behavioral program.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education or closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Must hold or be eligible for appropriate educator licensure in the State of Colorado, endorsed as a Special Education Generalist / Specialist.
• Experience teaching / working with at-risk adolescents in an educational environment.
• Strong communication skills are necessary to collaborate with other team members and other professionals.
• Must be highly organized and have knowledge and experience with IEP’s and special education laws.

Other Qualifications

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Criminal clearances (State Police, Local, FBI, DCFS and National Sex Offender Registry clearances).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.
• Successful completion of orientation training.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!