Special Education Teacher; Grades K-12

Special Education Teacher

Sleepy Eye Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction and case management for special education students across K-12. The successful candidate will develop and implement individualized programming focused on functional academics, social-emotional growth, communication, and independent living skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• IEP Management:
  Act as Case Manager for special education students; facilitate IEP meetings, conduct evaluations, and ensure all due process paperwork meets Minnesota state and federal compliance standards.
• Instructional Leadership:
  Design and deliver modified, research-based curriculum tailored to students' unique cognitive and adaptive needs. Maintains an appropriate learning environment that is equitable, inclusive, safe, and developmentally appropriate.
• Life Skills Training:
  Teach essential daily living skills, including hygiene, community participation, and vocational readiness where applicable.
• Behavioral Support:
  Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) or Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Collaboration:
  
  Supervise and direct classroom paraprofessionals; consult with general education teachers to support inclusive opportunities. Collaborate with other special education staff through PLCs and other meetings.
• Communication:
  Maintain frequent, transparent communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and transitions.
• Professional Development:
  Continue to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, or conferences to stay up to date on current developments in the educational field related to the scope of this special education teacher position.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure:
  Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education. Candidates with an Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS) license will be accepted if eligible for an out-of-field permission (OFP).
• Driver's license or ability to obtain transportation to work
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience:
  
  Successful prior special education teaching experience in K-12 preferred
• Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Special Education software (e.g., SpEd Forms). Ability to perform "difficult professional work" which may include intervention in severe behaviors, lifting up to 50 lbs and assisting with physical needs. Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or willingness to be trained. Knowledge of developing, writing, and progress monitoring on IEPs Knowledge of best practices and instructional strategies in teaching special education students Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, and parents Ability to abide by all district policies and expectations, and maintain cooperative working relationships with others Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students

Salary & Benefits

Salary based on the current Master Agreement Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement