Special Education Teacher

Title

TEACHER (For the remainder of the  school year)

$53,040 - $62,725

Principal

To provide education to students so that intellectual, emotional, developmental and social needs are met in order to foster lifelong learning and become positive citizens.

• As determined by the Teacher Master Agreement

• Provides instruction and monitors student progress of students in assigned classes and reports student progress to parents; works with support staff and administration in dealing with student concerns in and outside of the teacher classroom.
• Selects and prepares educational activities for the course and also in a weekly lesson plan format; the activities are aligned with district and state outcomes.
• Participates in meetings such as building staff meetings, department meetings, grade level meetings, K-12 curriculum meetings, staff development meetings, parent-teacher conferences and open house.
• Supervises students during the school day according to the established building supervision schedule as well as indirect supervision at all times during school activities.
• Maintains current licensure for the areas assigned to teach.

• Projects a positive, cooperative, and respectful attitude with community members, parents, students and other employees.
• Maintains a positive and professional educational environment at all times.
• Educates students to reach their full potential academically, emotionally, physically and socially.

• Physical Involvement:
  Position requires extended periods of standing when teaching or leading activity; frequently bends for extended periods of time to provide one on one assistance; frequently performs keyboarding activities for class preparation or grading; periodically lifts 10-25 lbs. equipment or supplies.
• Mental Involvement:
  Position requires working with many students who have varying levels of abilities and skills; requires the ability to work with interruptions, handle multiple tasks and organize and prioritize work assignments; requires interpersonal and conflict resolution skills in dealing with students and parents.
• Working Conditions:
  
  Normal classroom conditions. Occasional exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids. Occasional exposure to students with severe emotional disabilities. Position may require restraint of students.

• This position does not include supervision of other District employees but the employee may give work directions and answer related questions regarding work/program.

• BA/BS Degree minimum and appropriate licensure.
• Computer and various software programs, TV/VCR, Overhead projector, Smart Board, Telephone, Copy Machine and other equipment depending on area of certification.
• Ability to work effectively with students in a positive manner.
• Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
• Must complete the necessary application process and pass a criminal background check and drug screening test.

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education