• Job Description

  Req#: 13422
  Position Type:
  '); 'Special Education Licensed/ Special Education Teacher
  
  
  
  
  Date Posted:
  3/4/2026
  
  
  
  
  Location:
  Centennial Academy of Fine Arts
  
  
  
  
  Closing Date:
  03/20/2026
  
  
  
  
  Teacher of the Visually Impaired / Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist - .5 FTE
  
  "Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
  
  Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!
  
  POSITION SUMMARY:
  
  The Teacher of Visually Impaired (TVI)/ Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) has the following roles and responsibilities:
  Has primary responsibility for specialized instruction and services required to meet the unique educational needs of students with visual impairments. Perform orientation and mobility services under the state of Colorado guidelines.
  Experience working with students with disabilities preferred. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Strong classroom management skills. Knowledge in assessment and IEP development.
  
  DUTIES:
  
  Instruct students in coordination with a standards based curriculum and within the framework of district and state content standards. Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, and staff required. Working knowledge of subject matter assigned, classroom management, best practices and strategies, students' learning styles and needs. Duties may also include small group instruction, providing interventions for students, working cooperatively with counseling and administration to support teachers and students.
  
  EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
  Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.
  
  STARTING SALARY RANGE: ( Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE )
  In addition, this position qualifies for the Center-Based Position stipend
  WORK YEAR: 187 contract days ( district educator calendar )
  FTE: [.5]
  NOTE: While you may look up your estimated salary on the linked salary schedule, updates for the 2026-2027 school year are contingent upon negotiated increases that are approved by the LPS Board of Education in the summer season. Additionally, know that these salary values are based on a 1.0 FTE working 187 contract days.
  
  BENEFIT INFORMATION:
  Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.littletonpublicschools.net/o/lps/page/employee-benefits
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  Littleton Public Schools is a school district in Littleton, Colorado which serves several communities within the southern Denver metropolitan area.

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