<p>This contract Special Education Teacher position is based at an elementary school in Thornton, Colorado, serving students through a full school-year engagement. The role offers a strong hourly rate of $60, a structured daytime schedule, and a comprehensive travel benefit package — a compelling fit for credentialed SPED educators seeking a well-supported contract placement in the Denver metro area.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate of $60 per hour with weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonus program</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support team</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Facility type: elementary school setting in Thornton, CO</li> <li>Contract length: full school year</li> <li>Shift hours: Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM – 3:25 PM</li> <li>Consistent, structured daytime schedule with no evening or weekend clinical obligations</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Colorado state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Colorado Special Education Teacher certification required</li> <li>Minimum of 2 years of Special Education teaching experience</li> <li>Must be able to satisfy Colorado state criminal background check requirements</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Thornton is a thriving city in the northern Denver metro area, offering easy access to downtown Denver, Boulder, and the Rocky Mountain foothills. The area features a low cost of living relative to many Front Range communities, strong public amenities, and year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, and cycling within a short drive. Thornton's growing population and family-oriented neighborhoods make it an attractive base for educators relocating to Colorado's Front Range corridor.</p>