Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher-Spanish Immersion .50 FTE

Spring Lake Park Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant school community dedicated to high expectations and achievement for all students. This role as a Special Education Teacher for Autism Spectrum Disorders offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives in a supportive environment. You will work collaboratively with a team to create tailored learning experiences that foster engagement and success. If you are passionate about personalized education and eager to contribute to a culture of innovation, this is an exciting opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is essential.
• Strong communication skills with parents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver age-appropriate lessons for students.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure student needs are met.
• Maintain student records and participate in IEP meetings.

Skills

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Collaboration with team

Communication with parents

Assessment tools utilization

Education

Minnesota Special Education Teaching License in ASD or ABS

Job description

Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher-Spanish Immersion .50 FTE JobID: 6503

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Special Education Teacher
  
  
• Date Posted:
  5/1/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Woodcrest Elementary Spanish Immersion
  
  

About Spring Lake Park Schools

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose -- “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview:

• A .50 FTE Special Education teaching for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) at Woodcrest Spanish Immersion with students in grades K-4.

About Spring Lake Park Schools

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose -- “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview:

• A .50 FTE Special Education teaching for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) at Woodcrest Spanish Immersion with students in grades K-4.

The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes:

• all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
• in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
• in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
• in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success.

Primary Responsibilities:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to...

• creating and delivering ability and age appropriate lessons in a setting 3 classroom;
• leading a team of paraprofessionals in meeting students’ needs;
• communicating with parents to provide regular updates on student successes and challenges;
• collaborating with principals, special education coordinator and staff, and professional learning communities, to ensure student needs are being met;
• maintaining student records of services provided, following Due Process best practices and compliance;
• acting as a Case Manager for students in your classroom and participate in IEP and evaluation summary meetings; and
• perform other related duties, as assigned.

Experience:

Desired previous experience/knowledge includes...

• successfully working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and a strong desire to do so;
• writing solid Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• applying current trends in the field of behavior interventions and support;
• utilizing standardized assessment tools;
• effectively collaborating with a team; and
• constructively communicating with parent/guardian and team members.

Qualifications:

Must meet these qualifications...

• A current Minnesota Special Education Teaching License in ASD or ABS.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult-size body weight with two-to-three-person lift).

Salary:

Group

Teachers

Position

0.50 FTE Teacher

Rate of Pay:

$25,038-51,051.50/ school year (placement determined based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Sick Leave, 403(b), Life, LTD, FSA

Other

Salary pro-rated based on start date.

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed as received and qualified candidates will be interviewed until the position is filled. Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx . Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.

With inquiries, please feel free to contact Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant - Student Support Services, at [e-mail] or 763.600.5081.

Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Postings current as of 5/7/2025 8:05:10 PM CST.

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