Location: Thornton, CO

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 37

Candidate Pay Rate: $55 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted math instruction to small groups and individual students to close learning gaps
• Provide literacy interventions and scaffold reading skills for early elementary learners
• Teach executive functioning strategies to help students organize, plan, and self-manage
• Travel from site to site (based out of the ESC) to support multiple school locations efficiently
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to align interventions and goals
• Track student progress and communicate meaningful updates to families and district staff
• Create engaging, standards-aligned lessons tailored for mild/moderate special education needs

Qualifications

• CDE certification in hand (required)
• Experience working with elementary (K-1) and middle school (6-8) students or strong demonstrated skills with those age groups
• Background in Special Education (mild/moderate) and delivering targeted Math and Literacy supports
• Comfort working across multiple sites and adapting to different school environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with teachers, families, and administrators

Knowledge & Skills

• Special Education strategies for mild/moderate needs
• Math intervention techniques and small-group instruction
• Literacy interventions for early readers
• Executive functioning supports (organization, planning, self-regulation)
• Classroom management and differentiated instruction
• Ability to build rapport quickly with students and staff

Benefits

• Supportive team that values your expertise and growth
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to keep you moving and certified
• Flexible scheduling around the school day — work-life balance matters
• Opportunities to make a real impact with K-1 and 6-8 learners
• Professional development and collaboration with experienced educators
• Paid time off options and holiday considerations
• Referral program — bring a great colleague and be rewarded
• Clear onboarding and orientation when you arrive

Travel Perks: Explore Thornton, CO

Thornton sits near the Denver metro area — enjoy quick trips to Denver's museums, dining scenes, and cultural events. Nature lovers will appreciate nearby Cherry Creek State Park and numerous Front Range trails for hiking and biking. Weekends can include day trips to the foothills and Rocky Mountain recreation areas, and seasonal ski resorts are within a couple hours' drive. Local parks, coffee shops, and family-friendly attractions make for easy off-duty exploration.

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