Special Schools - Upper Elementary Teacher

School Description: Horizon School is a school within Alpine School District that only serves students with disabilities. Within Horizon School we teach school-aged students from preschool up to 12th grade, as well as adult students from ages 18-22 called ATEC West (Alpine Transition Education Center).

Class Assignment: This teaching position will be in an upper elementary class at Horizon. 

Teacher Responsibilities and Requirements: 

• Development and implementation of student IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (if applicable)
• Curriculum development and implementation
• Individual, small group, and whole class instruction based on IEP goals and state standards
• Create positive and engaging classroom environment
• Data collection and IEP goal progress monitoring
• Proper maintenance of student records
• Personal care support (potential for feeding, toileting, and changing)
• Training and ongoing supervision of classroom paraprofessionals
• Frequent communication with parents, guardians, and staff
• Regular collaboration with teacher teams and other faculty members
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and run/move quickly if needed for student supervision and safety

• 8 hours/day (with a duty-free 30 minute lunch)
• 7:30-4:00 with some flexibility on start and end time depending on team meetings
  • Must be here 30 minutes before students arrive and 30 minutes after school is out

• Email: dheaps@alpinedistrict.org
• School Phone: 801-610-8728
• Cell: 801-232-3122 (Call or Text)

Certification:

• SPED license is required
• Severe Disabilities (S/P) endorsement is preferred