Dean of Special Education (Float)

Hiawatha Academies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

Hiawatha Academies in Minneapolis seeks a Dean of Special Education for the 2026-2027 school year. This role leads the SPED team, coordinates student support services, and ensures services meet goals for students with IEPs and those needing behavioral support.

Reporting to the Principal, you will collaborate with campus staff and the network student services team. The network is a public charter system committed to equitable outcomes, with a focus on rigorous academics, inclusive culture, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading a special education team.
• Ability to develop and implement IEP processes.
• Commitment to inclusive, culturally competent learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's special education team and oversee supports.
• Collaborate with campus leadership and network student services.
• Ensure services meet goals for students with IEPs and behavioral needs.

Skills

Leadership

Special Education

IEP knowledge

Collaboration

Job description

• Position Type:
  Dean/ Dean of Special Education
• Date Posted:
  10/22/2026
• Location:
  Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
  (High-Needs School)

Hiawatha Academies is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, and goal-oriented dean to join our team as a Dean of Special Education for the 2026-2027 school year.

Job Summary

The Dean of Special Education is responsible for supporting and advancing a powerful vision for student achievement. The Dean leads the school's special education team and oversees student support service providers to ensure that all students, including those with IEPs and those needing additional academic or behavioral support, receive the necessary services to meet their goals. Reporting directly to the Principal, the Dean collaborates with campus leadership, all campus staff, and the network student services team, including the Director of Special Education, to create and maintain an inclusive, effective, and culturally competent learning environment.

Why Hiawatha?

Hiawatha Academies is a growing network of high-performing, K-12 open enrollment public charter schools. We are driven by our mission that "All Hiawatha Academies scholars will be empowered with the knowledge, character, and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good." We have demonstrated success in student achievement, consistently recognized by the Star Tribune as Beating the Odds Schools. Hiawatha Academies is proof of what happens when we give every child the opportunities they deserve.

Hiawatha Collegiate High School (HCHS) opened its doors to 104 9th grade students in 2015, and next year, it'll serve over 600 high schoolers and close to 400 alumni. At HCHS, all students benefit from a well-rounded program rooted in rigorous academics, comprehensive college support, and meaningful extracurricular activities. HCHS is committed to ensuring that 100 percent of its students will graduate from high school prepared to thrive in college.

Core Value and Beliefs

All Hiawatha Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values:

• 1) Children are at the center of everything we do.
• 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action.
• 3) We choose optimism.
• 4) We push ourselves to improve.
• 5) We are stronger together.
• 6) We create fun and a little weirdness.

Perks

Professional Development is scheduled into the calendar year and provides a time for all campuses to come together and celebrate our success.

Compensation

Starting Pay Range: $67,000

Application Timeline

This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.