Tchr - Special Education - RiverEast Elem​/Secondary

GENERAL INFORMATION

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full-time TCHR - Special Education for our River East Elementary/Secondary in St. Paul, MN. We are aiming to fill this role in 2-4 weeks. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.

Perform professional classroom teaching and related instructional work with special education students.

• A valid Special Education teaching license issued by the Minnesota Department of Education for one of the following areas:
  Academic and Behavior Strategist, Autism, Emotional Behavior Disorders, Specific Learning Disabilities or Developmental Disabilities. Must be highly qualified for core subject area(s) taught.

• Knowledge of the specific special education category for which the teacher is licensed.
• Knowledge of special education teaching philosophy.
• Knowledge of the special education curriculum for the areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
• Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities within the special education student population.
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and due process compliance.
• Knowledge of multicultural, gender, and disability fair curriculum concepts.
• Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including working effectively with students, parents, district staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
• Ability to modify classroom assignments to address varying student needs.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
• Ability to evaluate student performance and present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher achievement.
• Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment.
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.

• Work in one of several special education licensure areas; essential functions may vary but generally include instruction in core curriculum and specialty areas and the use of instructional resources and technologies.
• Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to special education students.
• Maintain an instructional environment suitable for special education students, ensuring equipment and materials are modified and adapted as necessary.
• Collaborate with other special education staff to evaluate student needs and develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in accordance with state, federal, and district requirements.
• Maintain student records in compliance with due process requirements.
• Support Minnesota Graduation Standards and implement district and school goals and objectives.
• Evaluate student performance and progress toward IEP goals, reporting to parents, principal, and special education administration as required.
• Maintain communication with parents and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Perform classroom management duties, enforce conduct rules, and take appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Provide indirect services as required for the special education category in which employed.

This is a 10-month position working 40 hours per week.

Pay range: $59,756-$113,627.

Maximum hiring step:
Step Twenty (20).

Salary and benefits information are available in the Teachers contract and on the Labor Agreements and Benefits Summaries pages.

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.