Multilingual Teacher/Special Education Teacher (Grades K-2) (2026-27 School Year)

About the role

The Multilingual Teacher position is located at Columbia Heights Primary Academy (Grades K-2) and reports directly to the Principal. This role is exempt and updated as of December 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provides targeted instruction to students, collecting, analyzing, and using data to provide differentiated instruction in small groups and individually.
• Creates a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for scholars while maintaining high expectations and rigor.
• Regularly adopts and internalizes the curricula and the most effective instructional practices.
• Radiates warmth; is a positive presence when standing in front of students.
• Creates a safe, predictable environment for students; has high expectations for students.
• Values school-wide consistency and implementation of the most effective practices, follows school’s Common Picture routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Safeguards students at all times.
• Manages and shares data regularly, participating in regular grade-level and data meetings to share, analyze, and reflect on goals for scholars, self, and school.
• Identifies and analyzes strengths and growth areas in classroom/grade level/schoolwide data.
• Attends all professional development offered by Prodeo Academy, including a 3-week training in August.
• Participates in Prodeo Academy’s coaching model and feedback cycle, demonstrating receptiveness to feedback, implementing feedback, and demonstrating growth, progress, and achievement of professional goals.
• Attends, participates, and presents during weekly grade-level and data meetings.
• Shares resources, plans, and ideas openly with teammates.

Requirements

• Education required: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Certification/Licensure Required: Appropriate MN teaching license in (or ability to obtain).
• Record of exemplary results with students.
• Knowledge and application of assessment tools and data management.
• Experience working in a K–8 urban public or charter school setting preferred.
• Knowledge and application of WIDA English Language Development standards.
• Knowledge and application of ACCESS administration.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Prodeo Academy’s mission and values.
• Outstanding attention to detail and willingness to get the job done.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills.
• Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships and communicate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders, including scholars and families.
• Able to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.
• Data-driven mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong ethical judgment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move around the classroom for extended periods.
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs (e.g., instructional materials, student supports).
• Ability to support students physically as needed, which may include kneeling, bending, or assisting with mobility.
• Ability to engage in crisis intervention or student safety procedures when necessary.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

Pay

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, educational background, and academic outcomes.

Schedule

This role requires a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the school and students.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning through Teacher's Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) and optional 403B plans.
• Generous Paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks throughout the school year.
• Leadership Development Opportunities including Grade Team Leadership, Instructional Coach, Data Team Leadership, and Extracurricular Coaching.

ADA & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Prodeo Academy is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this job, please contact Human Resources. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not be denied unless they present an undue hardship to the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Prodeo Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Prodeo Academy is committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourages applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.