Special Education Teacher - Strategies

Special Education Teacher – Strategies

Position Type:
Special Education Teaching/Strategies Teacher

Location:

Eastview High School

Closing Date: 07/07/2026

Effective Date of Employment:
Beginning of the 2026-27 school year

• Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
• Support students in the Strategies program which serves students who have educational needs in social communication and self‑regulation skills in a supported environment.
• Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over‑represented in special education.
• Demonstrate proactive response to support students with emotional regulation difficulties.
• Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for success.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency.
• Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
• Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement.
• Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents and other professionals.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

• Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education in ABS, ASD, EBD, DD, or LD (Dual special education licensure preferred).
• Experience working with and providing service to persons of diverse cultures, races and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Evidence of a growth mindset and ability to accelerate growth in academic and social/emotional skills using a strengths‑based model.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff and community.
• Experience working in a school setting or with children ages birth through 21.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures and facilitate collaborative teaming around students.
• Experience writing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Ability to collaborate with nursing staff to support and perform the necessary delegated health tasks.
• Ability to direct the work of paraprofessionals and an understanding of practices for training and supporting paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of best practices in the field of special education and implementation strategies for sensory activities, positive behavior support, academic instruction, development of routines, etc.
• Understanding and ability to conduct a comprehensive evaluation.
• Thorough understanding of the laws, rules and regulations of special education.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of weight.
• Valid driver's license or ability to provide travel for self between locations.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community (preferred).

Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator

According to contractual agreement. Benefits include medical, dental, life, long‑term disability insurance, sick leave, state pension plan, tax‑deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Benefits become effective on the first day of active employment. Some employee groups may also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave.

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or any of its education programs and activities on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information.

District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.