Special Education Teacher, One Year Only

Starting date: Fall 2026. Full-time (1.0 FTE) position.

About the role

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking a Special Education teacher to work with a broad array of students with disabilities in a cross-categorical model, providing an appropriate education program in their neighborhood school.

Responsibilities

• Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful, engaging, multicultural, gender and ability fair, and developmentally appropriate.
• Selects, adapts, and individualizes materials for diverse student populations and skills.
• Collaborates and communicates regularly with school staff and students' families in making educational decisions; uses family and community resources to support learning.
• Regularly assesses student needs and learning using multiple forms of assessment.
• Responsible for case management and maintaining appropriate due process files.
• Works effectively as a member of a high-performing team.
• Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development to pursue continuous improvement of professional practice.
• Prioritizes students' needs and rights in all educational decision-making.
• Understands self-regulation and sensory processing; uses visual strategies and implements sensory routines regularly.
• Uses social thinking skills strategies.
• Writes Behavior Support Plans and creates daily behavior systems.
• Develops, adapts, and implements curriculum and lesson plans aligned with academic standards.

Requirements

• Special Education Licensure required for working with students in Federal Setting 1-3.
• Multiple licensure preferred.
• Ability to design and implement specially designed instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of students requiring special education services.
• Experience and willingness to work on general education teams and provide collaborative special education services with general education teachers.
• Ability to collaborate with paraprofessionals and effectively direct their work.
• Interest in and ability to relate well to secondary students.
• Experience with evaluation and eligibility determination for special education services preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Long-term disability and employee assistance program.
• 403b (tax-sheltered annuity) employer match program.

Pay

Compensation range: $52,308–$123,452, depending on education and experience. See Wayzata Education Association Contract for details.

About Wayzata Public Schools

Wayzata Public Schools is a vibrant, caring community of teachers and students located in the Twin Cities' western suburbs. We encompass 38 square miles of beautiful countryside, lakeside communities, and growing suburbs. Our district is known for high student achievement, robust instructional technology, and strong professional support and development, including mentorship for first-year teachers and ongoing opportunities. We are committed to helping every student embrace and nurture their unique educational journey.