Secondary School Special Education Center- DCD Teacher

Position Overview

Secondary School Special Education Center-based DCD Teacher for the 2026‑27 School Year () – full‑time positions available in the RISE program (Reaching Independence and Success through Education).

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services / DCD center‑based teacher
• Location:
  
  TBD
• Date Posted: 2/2/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/19/2026

• Provide instruction in the center‑based classroom for students with Developmental Cognitive Disability and/or other disabilities.
• Support generalization of learned skills in the mainstream classroom and community environments.
• Collaborate with the school team to implement a structured educational environment and maintain a high staff‑to‑student ratio.
• Deliver individualized and functional curriculum based on each student’s needs.

• Appropriate MN special education teaching license.
• Experience working with students with developmental cognitive disabilities or related disabilities.

• Salary and benefits based on current Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Apply online at until the position is filled.

District 281 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not deny employment opportunities based on sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Postings current as of 6/18/2026.