2026-27 Special Education Resource Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: Current-6/9/27

Minnetonka Public School District; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Minnetonka Public School District is seeking a dedicated Special Education Resource Long Term Sub Teacher (1.0 FTE) for the 2026-27 year. Responsibilities include developing IEP-based programming, communicating with families, and maintaining a positive classroom climate.

The role involves transitions between Minnetonka Middle School West and Clear Springs Elementary with duties spanning collaboration, case management, and ongoing professional development to support students with ASD/ABS needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and related supports.
• Experience teaching core content with diverse learners.
• Ability to collaborate with special and general education staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide programming based on IEP and data.
• Communicate with parents via Schoology, newsletters, calls, emails, conferences.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior for learning.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning through meetings and coursework.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Manage case load for special education students.
• Complete required Due Process within deadlines.
• Perform other duties of similar nature or level.

Skills

Curriculum background

Team collaboration

Behavior management

Communication with parents

Professional development

Case management

Self-starter

Technology proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Minnesota K-12 ASD/ABS teaching license

EBD or LD licensure (within 2 years)

Tools

Schoology

Job description

Positions will remain posted until filled regardless of the closing date.

2026-27 Special Education Resource Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: Current-6/9/27 JobID: 9625

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services (Licensed)/ Resource Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/15/2026

License Required:

Minnesota K-12 ASD and/or ABS teaching license required. Will consider EBD or LD licensure if candidate is willing to obtain ASD licensure within two years.

This position will first work at Minnetonka Middle School West from Current-1/25/27, then

The position will transition and work at Clear Springs Elementary from 1/26/27-6/9/27

Compensation:

Click here to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for thisposition can be found in the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement in Appendix -a-, Schedule A.

This Position Is Medical and Dental Benefit Eligible.

Job Duties and Requirements:

1. 1. Develop and provide programming based on Individual Educational Plan and make recommendations based on analyzed assessment data.
2. 2. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, emails, conferences, etc.
3. 3. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
4. 4. Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
5. 5. Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
6. 6. Responsible for case management of special education students
7. 7. Complete required Due Process procedures within mandated time frames.
8. 8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Specific Responsibilities:

1. 1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. 2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. 3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. 4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. 5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom.
6. 6. May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.
7. 7. Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
8. 8. Participates in training on third party reimbursement and implement third party reimbursement tasks as needed.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. 1. Experience understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders.
2. 2. Strong curriculum background with experience teaching core content curriculum and with teaching strategies.
3. 3. Has previous experience teaming with special and regular education staff.
4. 4. Has experience with providing developmental skill instruction in the areas of reading, language arts, math and social skills curriculum.
5. 5. Has demonstrated knowledge in using a variety of behavior management strategies.
6. 6. 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.
7. 7. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
8. 8. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
9. 9. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
10. 10. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
11. 11. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.

Hiring Coordinators:

Dr. Christine Breen, Executive Director of Student Services
Carolyn Trenteetun, Principal

Olivia Tolzin, Principal