Special Education Teacher - .5 FTE - SLD, ASD, DCD, EBD and/or ABS - (LE)

Job Title Special Education Teacher - .5 FTE - SLD, ASD, EBD and/or ABS (Lake Elmo Elementary) Job Summary To develop materials and lesson plans; conduct instruction; regularly evaluate instructional materials for grade appropriateness; and continually assess student development and performance. To regularly meet with parents/guardians/responsible adults and/or students to ensure everyone’s clear understanding of that student’s overall performance in terms of strengths, weaknesses, progress, potential and any other observable characteristics, abilities or challenges affecting the student’s performance. FTE/Hours per Day: .5 FTE, 4 hours per day Qualifications SLD, ABS, ASD, and/or EBD licensure issued by the State of Minnesota Diversity Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Stillwater Area Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting its academic mission. The district is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. Salary/Wage Information As per the SCEA Master Contract, $55,880 – $105,432 (based on 1.0 FTE) is the salary range. A generous insurance plan including medical, life, and short‑term disability insurance is provided. See attached SCEA Contract for more information. Duties and Responsibilities Design and implement instructional plans, aligned with district standards and curriculum, tailored and appropriate to the subject area(s) and unique needs of assigned students. Review, select, and modify materials and resources to carry out the curriculum plan. Accommodate delivery of instruction and assessment in accordance with the student’s unique learning strengths and challenges. Instruct students in a manner that consistently incorporates best teaching practices. Coordinate the instruction and related service in the student’s IEP and serve as the primary contact for the parent. Develop annual education plans (IEP) for students, including present levels of performance, educational needs, goals and objectives, and general and special educational services. Assure compliance with procedural requirements, communicating and coordinating among home, school, and other agencies, and scheduling and facilitating team meetings. Coordinate due‑process procedures according to TSES (Total Special Education System). Maintain required records and data according to established policies and procedures, ensuring timely availability. Establish and sustain positive, mutually respectful and appropriate relationships with students in all settings. Participate and contribute actively to site educational and related programming to ensure a broad‑based experience for students. Develop and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with support services staff, outside service vendors, and any other sources that meet student needs and advance growth, development, and achievements. Work effectively with colleges and universities to provide practice teachers and education program candidates with viable, valuable, and practical learning experiences. Assess and evaluate results achieved through current teaching practices as a primary basis for ongoing instructional planning, determining student progress, grading, reporting, and reinforcing student contributions and performance. Conduct and/or facilitate special education initial and three‑year re‑evaluations. Assess and evaluate one’s own professional development needs, including necessary planning and strategies to satisfy those needs. Perform other job‑related duties as requested or assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Formal preparation and appropriate licensure for the area(s) being taught. Highly qualified for academic areas of instruction. Knowledge of current practices in curriculum and instruction for the level(s) and subject area(s) being taught and the ability to create plans in a consistently complete and timely manner. Make decisions on design, content, and delivery alternatives considering student abilities and needs and complementing applicable graduation standards. Knowledge of special education due‑process rules and procedures. Ability to select objectives at the appropriate difficulty level and teach to those objectives. Knowledge of child growth, development, learning patterns, and principles of learning effectively, monitoring student learning and adjusting practices accordingly. Develop instructional strategies that maximize student involvement and participation. Provide an honest, respectful, caring, and safe learning environment. Communicate behavior, learning, and interaction expectations in a manner that sets an example and fosters mutual respect, accountability, cooperation, and responsible role relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and others. Introduce and facilitate alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures under appropriate circumstances. Honor and preserve confidentiality within the context of ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, protocols, and procedures. Develop recommendations on both specific and generalized basis designed to advance educational and developmental missions of the site and district. Knowledge of appropriate resources inside and outside the district. Knowledge of special education procedures and assessment tools. Demonstrate an interest in staying current and effective through the pursuit and completion of required continuing education and other applicable opportunities. Important Notice Postings are current as of 6/16/2026. This announcement is not a solicitation for applications at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stillwater Area Public Schools