Special Education Instructional Coach and Support Specialist

Special Education Instructional Coach and Support Specialist Job ID: 6944 Position Type: Special Education Instructional Coach and Support Specialist Date Posted: 06/23/2026 Location: District Wide Date Available: 08/31/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled District Mission Statement "Our mission is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world." District Information St. Francis Area Schools is located in northern Anoka County and southern Isanti County. We are a rural/suburban district, covering 165 square miles with our early childhood center, three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one ALC. Our school district annually educates more than 4,000 students and employs more than 750 staff members. Qualifications Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education Minimum 5+ years of effective special education teaching experience Evidence‑based special education instruction Classroom management and behavior supports SpEd Forms proficiency Preferred Qualifications Experience coaching or mentoring adult learners Experience supporting Tier 1, Tier 2, or out-of-field teachers Strong skills in modeling instruction and providing feedback Deep understanding of instructional decision‑making in special education settings Experience with the How‑tos of SpEd Forms Analyze state data and identify critical learning trends and skill gaps within the student population Summary of Duties Provide in‑class coaching for Tier 1, Tier 2, out‑of‑field, and Year 1 teachers Model effective special education instruction in real classroom settings Coach teachers on universal, targeted, and intensive interventions Progress monitoring and instructional decision‑making Support teachers in developing confidence with instructional responsiveness Coach teachers on aligning daily instruction with IEP goals, service minutes with meaningful instruction, and progress monitoring with instructional planning Provide targeted support for out‑of‑field teachers transitioning into special education and teachers unfamiliar with specialized instructional settings Ensure instruction reflects what is written in the IEP Coach teachers on writing goals that are instructionally usable, collecting data during instruction, and embedding compliance requirements into daily teaching Reduce procedural errors through proactive coaching Collaborate with Special Education staff to analyze state data and identify critical learning trends and skill gaps within the student population Create step‑by‑step guides and "how‑to" resources for staff on how to effectively navigate and use SpEd Forms Contract Days/Hours The duty day is Monday‑Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm. 186 contract days per year (includes professional development time). Salary Based on the current Teacher Work Agreement, salary will be negotiated based on qualifications and years of experience. Range: $49,866 – $92,810. Benefits offered Medical Insurance with district contribution for single coverage or family coverage Dental Insurance with district contribution for single coverage, employee +1 coverage, or family coverage FSA Account – Flexible Spending Account Long Term Disability Income Insurance Life Insurance paid for by the district TRA (Pension Plan): 8% employee contribution and 9.81% district contribution Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA Floating Holidays Sick Leave includes ESST Personal Paid Days HSA – Health Savings Account with $117.00/month district contribution HCSP – Health Care Savings Plan with MSRS includes $117.00/month district contribution Longevity Pay Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independent School District 15