Special Education Teacher, Center-based Classroom (Setting 3 ASD/DCD), McAuliffe Elementary School

About the role

This position is located at McAuliffe Elementary School and is part of the Center-Based Classroom (Setting III ASD/DCD) program for the 2026-2027 school year. It is a full-time (FTE 1.0) position with a salary range of $55,951 - $88,905 per year, which is benefit eligible.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the implementation of students' Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior management plans, including communication with problem-solving and proactive academic, behavioral, and functional skill planning.
• Conducts assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend corrective procedures.
• Participates in Child Study Review Team discussions and assists in developing IEPs for students.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions as needed.
• Accomplishes professional development by attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings, and by maintaining relationships with higher education institutions and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains accurate and complete records as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Collaborates with a team of professionals to meet the needs of students and provides direction to paraprofessionals.
• Maintains strong written and verbal communication skills and manages daily record-keeping and due-process tasks.

Qualifications

• Certification: K-12 Minnesota teaching licensure in special education.
• Prior experience teaching special education at the appropriate grade level and disability domains preferred.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline relevant to the teaching assignment.
• Successfully completed Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) de-escalation training provided by the district.