Special Education Resource Teacher

Cologne Academy; Köln; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cologne Academy seeks a Special Education Resource Teacher for our K-8 program. The role supports students in reading, writing and mathematics, and collaborates with on-site teams to implement individualized education plans.

Applicants should have experience with IEP writing, progress monitoring, and the use of instructional technology. Strong communication with families and staff is essential for student growth and success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of specialized instruction in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Experience with continuous progress monitoring in special education.
• Experience in addressing social skills, executive functioning and functional skills.
• Experience with IEP writing and conducting components of evaluations.
• Proficiency with instructional technology in the classroom.
• Ability to create schedules and manage paraprofessionals.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with teachers and families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education and special education teams.
• Provide instruction and accommodations to students across grade levels.
• Support and implement IEP goals and progress reporting.
• Communicate effectively with parents and school staff.

Skills

Specialized instruction

Progress monitoring

Social skills instruction

Executive functioning

IEP writing

Instructional technology

Paraprofessional management

Communication with parents

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education/ K-8 Special Education
• Date Posted: 7/16/2026
• Location: Cologne Academy
• Date Available: August 2026

Special Education Resource Teacher

Cologne Academy (PreKindergarten-8th Grade Public School) – Cologne, MN is located in Carver County and currently enrolls approximately 750 students between our onsite and virtual academy. Cologne Academy offers its students an enriched learning experience through the Core Knowledge curriculum and an individualized approach to learning. Cologne Academy seeks professional educators who are passionate about contributing to its mission and vision that focuses on academics and character development.

Employment with Cologne Academy offers teamwork, challenges, and room to grow. We believe that excellent teachers are critical to the success of all students. We are committed to creating a high-performance work environment with continuous professional growth in support of growth in all domains for all students.

Join a large special education team that is made up of: a wide range of special educators; on -site coordinator; school psychologist; school social worker; due process secretary; paraprofessionals and all related service providers.

Applicants will have knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• specialized instruction in reading, written expression and mathematics
• continuous progress monitoring
• specialized instruction in some or all of the following: social skills, executive functioning skills, functional skills
• IEP writing and conducting teacher components of special education evaluations
• use of instructional technology
• creating schedules and managing paraprofessionals
• excellent communication skills for collaboration with general education teachers, special education team members, and for providing information to parents