Full-Time Special Education Classroom Teacher

Provides specialized instruction and related services to students with disabilities in compliance with state and federal special education regulations. Responsible for IEP development, direct instruction, progress monitoring, evaluation, and maintenance of legally required documentation to ensure students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents or guardians, the Special Education Coordinator, classroom teachers, and related service providers.

Supports general education teachers in implementing accommodations, modifications, and intervention strategies.

Collaborates with the Academic Team to modify assignments, assessments, and instructional materials in alignment with IEP requirements.

Participates in professional development and Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings, including those scheduled outside of regular school hours as required.

Seeks guidance and collaborates regularly with the Special Education Coordinator, Academic Director, and Executive Director.

Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Academic Year

Provides specialized instruction and related services to students with disabilities in compliance with state and federal special education regulations. Responsible for IEP development, direct instruction, progress monitoring, evaluation, and maintenance of legally required documentation to ensure students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents or guardians, the Special Education Coordinator, classroom teachers, and related service providers.

Supports general education teachers in implementing accommodations, modifications, and intervention strategies.

Collaborates with the Academic Team to modify assignments, assessments, and instructional materials in alignment with IEP requirements.

Participates in professional development and Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings, including those scheduled outside of regular school hours as required.

Seeks guidance and collaborates regularly with the Special Education Coordinator, Academic Director, and Executive Director.

Academic Program

Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents or guardians, the Special Education Coordinator, classroom teachers, and related service providers.

Supports general education teachers in implementing accommodations, modifications, and intervention strategies.

Collaborates with the Academic Team to modify assignments, assessments, and instructional materials in alignment with IEP requirements.

Participates in professional development and Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings, including those scheduled outside of regular school hours as required.

Seeks guidance and collaborates regularly with the Special Education Coordinator, Academic Director, and Executive Director.

Prepares and submits lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to student IEP goals and state standards.

Participates in all required professional development and ongoing compliance training.

Follows school-wide behavioral and safety guidelines and policies.

Collaborates with administration and Q-Comp lead teachers to strengthen classroom management practices.

Maintains accurate and confidential student records in accordance with state and federal special education regulations, including IDEA and Minnesota Department of Education requirements.

Participates in initial evaluations, re-evaluations, and child study meetings; Ensures services are delivered as written in IEPs and documents service minutes accurately.

Attends all required safety, health, and compliance training.

Follows all school policies, procedures, and protocols.

Advocates for students through proactive and collaborative communication with classroom teachers, specialists, and administrators.

Clearly communicates academic expectations, behavioral goals, and self-management strategies to students.

Responds promptly to school communications, emails, and phone calls.

Models and encourages all behavior outlined by the Board-approved Professional Conduct Policy.

Participates in required training and ongoing relevant professional development.

Commitment to Yinghua Academy’s mission, values, and guiding principles.

Met set objectives and goals and requires minimal supervision.

Takes pride in work and is committed to quality.

The employee may perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or school leadership to support the needs of the school.

This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Kavira (direct-to-employer healthcare), Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance.

Yinghua Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Yinghua Academy District 4140-07 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Bachelor’s degree required; Valid Minnesota teaching license in one or more Special Education categories, including ABS, SLD, EBD, ASD, or ECSE, or ability to obtain appropriate MN licensure.

Knowledge of IDEA, due process requirements, and Minnesota special education regulations.

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