Special Education Teacher

Job Duties

Instructional Planning and Preparation 

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy 

• Demonstrate knowledge of students' individual educational, physical, emotional, and developmental needs 

• Select instructional goals aligned with student IEPs and state standards • Demonstrate knowledge of resources and accommodations 

• Design coherent and individualized instruction 

• Assess and monitor student learning and progress 

Classroom Environment 

• Create an environment of respect and rapport 

• Establish a culture for learning and inclusion 

• Manage classroom procedures 

• Manage student behavior and provide consistent reinforcement 

• Organize physical space to ensure safety and accessibility 

• Work in an environment that is typically moderate in noise level, but may be loud depending on the student population 

• Work with students in a variety of special education settings, including EBD, SLD, ECSE, MMI, MSI, and Speech programs 

Instructional Interaction 

• Communicate clearly and accurately 

• Use questioning and discussion techniques appropriate to student abilities • Engage students in learning 

• Provide feedback to students 

• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to individual needs 

• Create learning materials geared to each student's abilities and interests • Instruct students to improve sensory-motor, perceptual-motor, language, cognitive, and social/emotional development 

Professional Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents, administrators, and specialists 

• Confer with parents, social workers, testing specialists, and other professionals regarding student progress and needs 

• Reflect on teaching and student outcomes 

• Maintain accurate records and documentation 

• Communicate regularly with families 

• Contribute to the school and district 

• Show professionalism 

• Read, analyze, and interpret scientific, technical, and legal documents

• Respond to inquiries or complaints from parents, regulatory agencies, and members of the school community 

• Effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or School Board • Apply mathematical concepts such as percentages, proportions, area, volume, and basic algebra and geometry 

• Solve practical problems and interpret a variety of written, oral, diagram, or schedule based instructions 

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict resolution skills • Maintain regular attendance and follow District rules, policies, and directives • Adapt teaching techniques to fit individual student needs 

• Demonstrate proficiency in word processing and data processing

Minimum Education Required

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field 

• Valid and current Minnesota state teaching license with certification in area to be taught (e.g., EBD, SLD, ECSE, MMI, MSI, Speech)

Minimum Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field 

• Valid and current Minnesota state teaching license with certification in area to be taught (e.g., EBD, SLD, ECSE, MMI, MSI, Speech)

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$50,050.00 - $100,920.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55337

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

10862

Job Benefits

Health insurance, dental, vacation and sick time, retirement benefits 403B, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA), among many other optional insurance options.