Wellspring

Wellspring

Full Time Program Teacher for Day Program that supports Adults with I/DD

Castle Rock, Colorado · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago
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About the role

  • Candidates should live locally or within a reasonable commuting distance to ensure reliable daily attendance.
  • Schedule & Flexibility This is a full-time, primarily in-person position aligned with program hours.
  • The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm After successful completion of the introductory period, Program Teachers receive one designated planning day per week that may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities

  • Wellspring Community is seeking a full-time Program Teacher to lead structured enrichment and vocational classes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in our Castle Rock day program.
  • This is not a passive classroom role, it is an active, hands-on position for someone who enjoys teaching, behavior support, collaboration, and meaningful daily impact.
  • Implement positive behavior support strategies
  • Provide direct support including assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed
  • Maintain documentation on participant engagement and progress
  • Collaborate with program staff to strengthen programming and participant outcomes

Requirements

  • Qualified Medication Administration Personnel through CDPHE required, if not currently QMAP certified, we will pay for the costs of obtaining certification.
  • Valid Colorado Driver's license and possess the willingness and skills necessary to drive 15 passenger vehicles to transport participants to various outings and activities.
  • Experience providing support with physical, emotional, cognitive, and mental health challenges.
  • Excellent communication and relational skills to manage the multiple relationships within the program environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to multi-task, problem solve effectively and manage the demands of a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in special education or a Human Services field preferred.
  • Minimum of one-year experience working with individuals that have intellectual and developmental disabilities in any setting preferred.
  • Experience working with individuals that present physical, emotional, cognitive, and mental health challenges.
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification to ensure health and safety of clients.
  • Must be able to pass a drug and medical test.
  • Position Status: Full-time.
  • Wellspring Community is located in Castle Rock.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • Health savings accounts
  • Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Generous Paid Holiday Schedule
  • All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability
  • If you have experience in special education, human services, behavioral support, or direct care and are looking for a mission-driven, team-centered environment, we would love to connect with you.
  • Administer medications (QMAP) and follow health protocols

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer.
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