DCD Special Education Teacher (K-4)

Brainerd Public Schools; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 46,936 - 90,238; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

LTD

403b and PTO/ESST

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the DCD program at Riverside Elementary School. The role involves case management, development of individualized learning activities, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position is full-time for the 2026-2027 school year, with an 8-hour day, Monday through Friday, and a salary range based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Minnesota teacher in Special Education (DCD Mild/Moderate & Severe/Profound).
• Experience with IEPs, evaluations and due process procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct Part B evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments and IEP goal development.
• Educate parents and others regarding services.
• Provide instruction per the IEP using research-based methods.
• Collaborate with parents and service providers to ensure effective services.
• Maintain documentation and student progress reports.
• Coordinate services and meetings related to student goals.

Skills

Special Education experience

IEP/due process

Education

Minnesota Special Education License (DCD Mild/Moderate & Severe/Profound)

Job description

GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Special Education Teacher - DCD (K-4)
Department/Building: Riverside Elementary School
Reports to: Building Principal
Assignment: 2026-2027 School Year
Hours: 8 per day, Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $ 46,936 - $ 90,238 (Based on education and experience; wages outlined in the Certified Master Contract located on district website)
Union: Ed MN
FLSA: Overtime Exempt
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, TRA, 403b and PTO/ESST

Job Summary

The Special Education Teacher will provide students with special needs case management, learning activities, and experiences that address their unique needs in the DCD program, meeting all regulatory standards as required by federal and state governments, and operates within the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Minnesota State Law.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and conduct Part B evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of a child, the child's family, and in the development of integrated goals and outcomes for the IEP.
• Educate parents and others regarding the provision of services.
• Provide research based specialized instruction as outlined in the IEP.
• Consult with parents, other service providers and representatives of appropriate community agencies to ensure the effective provision of services.
• Prepare a pre planned schedule of individualized and small group age-appropriate activities for classroom instruction.
• Supervise and provide direction for classroom Teaching Assistants.
• Maintain suitable classroom and behavior management.
• Monitor classroom instruction for purpose of ensuring student progress and a safe learning environment.
• Utilize a variety of materials and teaching techniques.
• Participate physically with the students in activities being taught.
• Plan and conduct a system of continuous evaluation of each student's progress.
• Coordinate provision of services for the purpose of maximizing opportunities for learning.
• Participate in meetings (IEP, conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding student's goals/outcomes.
• Provide training to related service personnel and parents in the area of student's disabilities.
• Prepare documentation (evaluations, observations, progress reports) for the purpose of providing information and reporting requirements.
• Maintain records and reports as required and for compliance with administrative policies, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Make referrals to other professionals and agencies on behalf of the student as appropriate.
• Encourage parents and instruct them in appropriate methods to assist their child.
• Collaborate with other Special Education Teachers to ensure successful transition for students from one setting to another.
• Participate in staff development opportunities to improve job related skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota teaching license in Special Education, in area indicated - DCD Mild/Moderate & Severe/Profound
• Experience teaching in special education settings.
• Experience in due process procedures including conducting evaluations, writing IEP's, monitoring progress, and facilitating meetings.