Special Education Teacher

## Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated **Special Education Teacher** to support students with diverse learning, academic, emotional, and behavioral needs. In this role, you will develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), provide specialized instruction, and collaborate with general education teachers and other school professionals to help students succeed academically and socially.

The ideal candidate has experience in special education, a strong understanding of IEP implementation and special education compliance, and a commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

## Key Responsibilities

- Develop, implement, monitor, and track **Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)** to support students’ individual learning needs and goals.
- Provide specialized instruction and individualized academic, social, emotional, and behavioral support.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and school staff to ensure students can access grade-level curriculum.
- Support student evaluations, progress monitoring, and documentation in accordance with special education requirements.
- Apply knowledge of special education laws, due process, and eligibility criteria for Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (EBD) and Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD).
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
- Communicate and collaborate with families, teachers, and other relevant professionals to support student development.
- Participate in co-teaching or collaborative instruction, including Math or English Language Arts (ELA), as needed.

## Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field.
- Valid Minnesota teaching license in **Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Learning Disabilities (LD), or Academic and Behavioral Strategist (ABAS)**.
- Relevant experience supporting students with special education needs.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Dual licensure in special education or related teaching areas.
- Two or more years of experience supporting students with learning and emotional or behavioral needs.
- Experience writing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs.
- Knowledge of special education evaluations, compliance, and due process requirements.
- Current **Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)** training or willingness to complete the training.
- Spanish-English bilingual proficiency.