Alternative to Suspension Teacher

Position Type:
Special Education/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:
5/1/2026

Location:
Westwood Middle School
About Spring Lake Park Schools:

Hello from Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park in the northwest Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose - "High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses" provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.


Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a culture where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning that are centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

About Spring Lake Park Educators

Each teacher at Spring Lake Park Schools designs meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for the future. Our educators create engaging, relevant work grounded in students' interests, strengths, and needs challenging them to think deeply and take an active role in their learning.

Teachers cultivate inclusive, engaging learning environments where each student feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging. The focus is developing strong academic skills and essential career and life competencies such as collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and self-direction.

Our teachers are reflective, collaborative professionals committed to ongoing learning. They embrace a culture of reciprocal feedback, refining their practice and driving continuous improvement and innovation. Above all, they believe that each student deserves meaningful work worthy of their time, talents, and potential.

Collaborate with School Leadership Teams at Westwood Schools and Spring Lake Park High School to create a positive, learner-centered alternative to suspension setting that supports short-term needs. Build strong, supportive relationships with students to promote their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth while establishing clear, consistent, and caring expectations. Lead and collaborate with paraprofessionals, engage students and staff in restorative practices, and design targeted interventions to address lagging skills. Partner closely with students, families, counselors, and administrators to ensure successful transitions into and back to the school setting.

Qualifications/Licensing Requirements:

The successful candidate must have earned a B.A. or B.S. degree and holds or is eligible for a Minnesota State Licensure in special education, preferably Academic and Behavior Specialist. Additional demonstrated qualifications include: commitment to the equitable education of all students, creative planning and organizational skills, and highly effective interpersonal skills. Ability to successfully implement the responsibilities of the position overview listed above.


Preferences:

We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students. Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning as evidenced by graduate-level work or an earned degree, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area. Prefer candidate with experience working with diverse learners.

Salary

Group

Teachers

Position

1.0 FTE Teacher

Rate of Pay

$53,228-$107,781/school year (placement determined based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Sick Leave, 403(b), Life, LTD, FSA

Other

Salary pro-rated based on start date.

How to Apply
Position will remain open until filled. Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at (website here).


Please direct inquiries to Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant for Student Services and Special Education at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.


Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.