Special Education Teacher

Position: 2026-27 Special Education Teacher (Multiple)
Position Type:

Special Education Teacher/Teacher

Date Posted:

2/25/2026

Location:

District Wide

Date Available:

08/31/2026

Closing Date:

04/26/2026

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Special Education Teachers for the 26-27 School year (Buildings TBD)

New Teacher Orientation:
August 24-26, 2026

Begins: August 31, 2026

1.0 FTE

Pay: $47,992 - $99,862 per year per PLSEA Agreement  Rates) (Pending contract negotiations)

Per Teachers' Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Join Our Team and Thrive!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that stands out among school districts:

* Health Insurance: A rich health plan that provides extensive coverage for you and your family, ensuring peace of mind.

* Dental Insurance:
Full coverage options for routine and preventive care, keeping your smile bright and healthy.

* Life Insurance:
Protect yourself and your loved ones with a robust life insurance plan

* An Employee Assistance Program, free to employees and their family members

* Optional medical and dependent care flexible spending account

To learn more about our benefits and eligibility, visit ourwebpage for new employees.

TITLE:

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Special Education Teacher is committed to equitable access, inclusive practices, and shared accountability for the academic, behavioral, and social success of students with disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid Minnesota special education license issued by PELSB

2. Knowledge of IDEA, Minnesota Rule, FAPE, and LRE requirements.

3. Commitment to teaching as a profession.

4. Positive, collaborative, innovative attitude, with passion for education.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Preparation

* Understands learning theory, disability-specific instructional practices, student development, and curriculum standards, and uses this knowledge to design standards-based instruction aligned with IEPs and grade-level expectations.

* Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and cultural needs, and uses this information to plan differentiated instruction and appropriate supports.

* Develops measurable, standards-aligned IEP goals; establishes high expectations for growth; and uses formative and summative assessment data to guide instructional decisions and monitor progress.

* Designs and implements individualized lesson plans using evidence-based interventions; adapts curriculum, instruction, and assessments to ensure access to the general education curriculum consistent with FAPE and LRE.

* Utilizes data systems, instructional strategies, and available district and community resources to support student achievement and connect families to appropriate services.

Classroom Environment

* Creates a safe, structured, and inclusive environment that promotes dignity, belonging, high expectations, and student independence.

* Establishes clear routines, procedures, and classroom systems that maximize instructional time and support consistent implementation of accommodations and behavior plans.

* Implements proactive and individualized behavior supports; responds to student behavior respectfully and effectively using de-escalation strategies.

* Fosters positive peer interactions and supports meaningful participation in both special education and general education settings.

Instruction:

* Provides high-quality direct and indirect special education instruction to cross-categorical students in a variety of service delivery models, including resource, center-based, co-taught, and other multidisciplinary settings.

* Uses evidence-based instructional practices and differentiated strategies to address academic, behavioral, social, and executive functioning needs.

* Collaborates with general education staff to plan, deliver, and monitor accommodations and modifications that ensure access to grade-level curriculum.

* Monitors progress through ongoing assessment, provides timely and specific feedback, and adjusts instruction based on student response to intervention.

* Utilizes assistive and educational technology to increase access, engagement, and independence, and promotes self-advocacy and transition-related skills when applicable.

* Provides direction and oversight to paraprofessionals assigned to support students with disabilities, including training, task delegation, and monitoring implementation of accommodations and behavior supports.

Professional Responsibilities

* Serves as IEP case manager for assigned students and implements special education services in accordance with federal and state law and district procedures.

* Develops and maintains IEPs, evaluation reports, and documentation in compliance with federal and state special education law and district procedures.

* Facilitates IEP meetings to ensure meaningful parent participation and collaborative decision-making; maintains accurate and confidential student records in accordance with federal, state and district policy.

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