2026-27 Tchr - ECSE - Erl Chld Sp Ed - Early Learning Hub

About the role

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for the Early Learning Hub in St. Paul, MN. The district aims to fill this role within 2–4 weeks.

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

Qualifications

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

Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire; official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of the start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside the United States.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the specific special education category for which they are licensed
• Knowledge of special education teaching philosophy
• Knowledge of the special education curriculum for the area(s) 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 laws on special education; knowledge of 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 the ability to work 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 to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement
• Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the core curriculum and area(s) for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies
• Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to special education students
• Maintain a suitable instructional environment for special education students according to their needs; ensure that equipment is modified and materials adapted as necessary
• Particip