Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

About the role

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher to provide maternity leave coverage through December 18, 2026. This full-time, in-person opportunity is ideal for educators who are passionate about supporting infants, toddlers, and young children with developmental delays and disabilities while partnering with families and early childhood providers.

Locations: Minnetrista, MN
Student Population: Birth to Age 3 (B-3)
Early Childhood Special Education Settings: In-Home Services, Child Care Programs, and Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)

Responsibilities

• Provide Early Childhood Special Education services to children from birth through age 3 in home, childcare, and ECFE settings.
• Conduct developmental assessments and help identify individual learning and support needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, childcare providers, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate interventions that support communication, social-emotional, cognitive, adaptive, and motor skill development.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance records.
• Participate in team meetings, evaluations, and family-centered planning sessions.
• Support successful transitions between early intervention and school-based services when needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota Early Childhood Special Education Teaching License or eligibility for Minnesota licensure.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children preferred.
• Knowledge of child development, early intervention practices, and special education regulations.
• Experience developing and implementing IFSPs and/or IEPs preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing family-centered services and individualized support.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full-time assignment with a consistent school schedule.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Dedicated recruiter and ongoing support.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young children and their families during critical developmental years.