Special Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:
2/13/2026

Location:
Jackson County Central Middle School

Date Available:
08/18/2026

Closing Date:
03/27/2026
Maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.


Essential Functions

- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.


- Participates in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.


- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.


- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.


- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.


- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.


- Requisitions appropriate supplies.


Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.


Skills, Knowledge, Abilities


- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.


- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.


- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.


- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.


- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.


- Ability to organize and coordinate work.


- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.


- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.


- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.


Qualifications Profile


Certification/License:


- Minnesota License as a Special Education Teacher.