MSAD Special Teacher-Secondary Program

• Location:
  
  Faribault
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen Sc

• Job
• Location:
  
  Faribault
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/31/2026
• Closing Date: 08/14/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-SRS
• Division/Unit:
  Minnesota State Academies / MSAD Teachers
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift (7:30am-4pm)
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $30.48 - $55.14 / hourly
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen Sc
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Professional
• Re-Posting:
  Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This announcement will be used to fill a Special Teacher-Secondary Program position at the MN State Academy for the Deaf.

This is a ten month per year position; the work schedule follows the school calendar and includes 3 weeks in July for the summer school program.

Under general supervision, contributes to the design and delivery of academic instructional programs to deaf/hard of hearing or deaf/blind students. Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.

** Positions at MN State Academy for the Deaf require American Sign Language (ASL) skills. Candidates will be assessed for signing skills prior to hire**

• Must possess a valid Deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) Minnesota Teacher license or have the ability to obtain one prior to the start date
• Knowledge of the deaf/hard of hearing and deaf/blind students and educational practices
• Skill in writing basic reports, using arithmetic, and reading and interpreting charts and graphs
• Fluency in American Sign Language
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written policies and procedures and education plans and to maintain records and documentation

• Knowledge of curriculum, language acquisition and educational best practices as it relates to deaf/hard of hearing students and/or deaf/blind students.
• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students
• Demonstration of advanced sign skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit, stand and walk throughout the workday

• Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months

For over 150 years, the Minnesota State Academies has provided educational services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind and blind/visually impaired students who range in age from birth to 21. The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) and the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) are statewide public schools with dormitory options that serves students from all regions of the state.

Our teachers are professionally trained and licensed in Deaf/Hard of Hearing and blind/visually impaired education.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care…