MS/HS Special Education Teacher

Duties

• Teach students on designated case load
• Manage student Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
• Conduct IEP meetings
• Support students skill acquisition and make modifications and accommodations

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in special education
• Hold a Minnesota teaching certificate, with appropriate endorsements in Special Education
• Knowledgeable computer user; familiarity with Student Information Systems helpful
• Solid classroom management skills based on current research practices
• Willingness to work with students with unique backgrounds and skills
• Willingness to be involved in other aspects of the Pipestone Area Schools culture and community
• Team Player and team-oriented thinker

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality Standards-based lessons to Middle and High School students based on needs identified on an IEP
• Teach and support special education students; collaborate with classroom teachers; plan a program of study; manage IEP's
• Understand the role of SPED teacher working with general education teachers
• Collaborate with colleagues to carry out Multi-tiered System of Supports including Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
• Maintain accurate records of students' grades and attendance
• Participate fully in mentoring and instructional coaching programs, align and deepen curriculum, and improve pedagogy
• Practice and carry out rules and procedures as defined by the Pipestone Area School District
• Participate in staff in-service, staff meetings, department work, committee work, parent conference nights, etc.
• Support the Principal with supervision of students
• Communicate in a positive way to develop rapport with learners and treat them with respect
• Demonstrate a commitment to the school's mission of Inspire life-long learners. Build Character, and Prepare them for their Future

Supervision

The special education teacher reports to the building principal.

Extra-curricular Activities

Opportunities for extra-curricular activities may be available and posted on the District website.

Compensation

• Certified staff are compensated according to the current master agreement
• Salary range is $51,000- $80,000
• Benefits include health/health saving account contribution, life insurance, Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) leave days and 403B match
• Voluntary benefits offered at employees cost are dental, vision, supplemental life, Long-term disability, legal shield, Colonial Life and AFLAC