Specialist Teacher (2026-27 School Year)

About the role

The Specialist Teacher at Prodeo Academy is a key member of a team dedicated to closing the opportunity gap for students. Reporting to the Principal, this role involves providing targeted instruction, creating a safe and welcoming environment, and participating in data analysis and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides targeted instruction to students.
• Collects, analyzes, and uses data to provide differentiated instruction in small groups and individually.
• Maintains a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for scholars while maintaining high expectations and rigor.
• Adopts and internalizes the curricula and instructional practices.
• Creates a safe, predictable environment for students; has high expectations for students.
• Follows school’s Common Picture routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Ensures safety and supervision of students at all times.
• Sets and achieves ambitious goals with students.
• Participates in regular grade-level and data meetings by sharing, analyzing, and reflecting 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.
• Demonstrates receptiveness to feedback; implements feedback.
• Demonstrates growth, progress, and achievement of professional goals.
• Attends, participates, and presents during weekly grade-level and data meetings.
• Approaches teamwork with humility and offers help even when it hasn’t been asked for.
• Shares resources, plans, and ideas openly with teammates.
• Checks and responds to team and family communication within 24-48 business hours.
• Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: 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: Experience working in a K–8 urban public or charter school setting preferred.
• Commitment: Commitment to Prodeo Academy’s mission and values.
• Skills: Outstanding attention to detail, excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills, ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, ability to build positive, trusting relationships, ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners, data-driven mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Able to stand and move around the classroom for extended periods.
• Able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Able to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs (e.g., instructional materials, student supports).
• Able to support students physically as needed, which may include kneeling, bending, or assisting with mobility.
• Able to engage in crisis intervention or student safety procedures when necessary.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Exposure to students with varying emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.
• Occasional exposure to bodily fluids may occur as part of student support.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required for certain tasks.
• The role may require travel between classrooms, school buildings, and occasional off-site events.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retail Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) retirement plan 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.

Pay

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

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional after-school and weekend commitments as needed.