2025 Extended School Year (ESY) Special Education Teachers (4 Positions)

Minnetonka Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking passionate teachers for summer programming in special education. This role involves creating and implementing Individual Educational Plans, managing casework, and fostering positive relationships with students and staff. Ideal candidates will possess a Minnesota K-12 Special Education License and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on students' educational journeys. This opportunity promises to be rewarding and fulfilling, allowing you to support students in achieving their goals while working alongside dedicated professionals.

Qualifications

• Required Minnesota K-12 Special Education License for teaching.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individual Educational Plans for students.
• Manage casework for special education students effectively.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents.

Skills

Behavior Management Strategies

Positive Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Computer and Technology Skills

Relationship Building

Self-Starter Initiative

Education

Minnesota K-12 Special Education License

Job description

Position Type:
Student Support Services (Licensed)/ EBD/LD Teacher

Date Posted:
4/10/2025

Location:
Minnetonka High School (MHS)

Date Available:
7/8/25

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Assignment: 4 Teachers Needed
Dates: 7/8/25-7/31/25
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays
Time: 8:15am-11:45am

*All ESY Teachers required to attend mandatory preparation meeting on June 25, 2025, from 8:30am-12:30pm.
License Required:
Minnesota K-12 Special Education License (ABS/LD/EBD/ASD/DD)

Compensation:
Current contracted Minnetonka Teachers receive their contracted hourly equivalent pay rate.
External hires receive the Summer Pay Rate per the Teacher CBA.
Click here to view the 2024-25 teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -f-, Schedule E, Summer School.
This Position Is Not Medical or Dental Benefit Eligible.

Job Duties and Requirements:

1. Develop and provide programming based on Individual Educational Plan.
2. Responsible for case management of special education students.
3. Complete required Due Process procedures within mandated time frames.
4. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
5. Develop Individual Educational Plan (IEP/IFSP/IIIP) based on assessment data and student needs.
6. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal ESY school day.
7. Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Demonstrated knowledge in using a variety of behavior management strategies.
2. Evidence of positive communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
3. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
4. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary technology.
5. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents and the community.
6. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
7. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.

Hiring Coordinators:
Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources
Kristin Laughlin, Director of Special Education
Erin Valenta, Director of Special Education

Application Procedure:

External Applicants:
Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

Internal Applicants:
Current educators please fill out the internal application.