Special Education Middle School Teacher (1.0 FTE)

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Special Education ABS Preferred

Date Posted:
4/13/2026

Location:
St. James Middle/High School
Special Education Middle School Teacher (1.0 FTE) - ISD#840

Date of Availability: 08/20/2026

Job Summary:

St. James Middle School is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Special Education Teacher to support students with Learning Disabilities (LD) through small-group pull-out services for math and reading. The teacher will also have co-teaching opportunities in general education classrooms and may provide instruction in social skills, making licensure or experience in Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) preferred. Additionally, this position includes supervising and supporting paraprofessionals who assist with student learning and accommodations.

This role is ideal for an educator passionate about helping students succeed through individualized instruction, inclusive practices, and teamwork.

Location:

St. James Middle School

Position Type:

Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide small-group pull-out instruction in math and reading for students with Learning Disabilities (LD).
• Co-teach in general education classrooms, supporting inclusive instruction.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in alignment with Minnesota state standards and district goals.
• Adapt and differentiate curriculum to meet students' unique learning needs.
• Foster a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Teach social skills as needed, supporting students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Supervise and collaborate with paraprofessionals, ensuring they effectively support student learning and accommodations.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education colleagues, paraprofessionals, and related service providers as part of a 6-12 special education team while working directly with middle school students.
• Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and assistive technology.
• Collect and analyze student progress data to adjust instruction accordingly.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and strategies for support.

Qualifications:

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in Special Education with an endorsement in Learning Disabilities (LD) required.
• Licensure or experience in Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) preferred.
• Experience in co-teaching and inclusive education is highly desirable.
• Experience in supervising and collaborating with paraprofessionals preferred.
• Strong understanding of IEPs, data-driven instruction, behavior management strategies, and differentiated instruction.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work as part of a 6-12 team while supporting middle school students directly.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package. For more information, please see the SJPS Master Agreement 2025-2027. Salary range listed ($45,023-$86,948) is based on the current collective bargaining agreement that is effective through the 2026-2027 school year.

Application Process:

Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts, and Minnesota Teacher license information with your application.

Apply online: under Employment Opportunities

Questions, please contact:

Inquiries about this position should be directed to Mike Fugazzi, Principal, St. James Middle/Senior High School. View phone number on click.appcast.io. View email address on click.appcast.io .