Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Lakeville Area Public Schools; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking educational institution as a Special Education Instructor. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners with special needs. With a focus on inclusivity and support, you will provide essential educational services and foster a nurturing environment for every child. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career. If you are passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance

403(b) retirement investment account with employer matching

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Virtual Fitness Services

Support for career goals through training and professional development

Federal Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program eligibility

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for an Early Childhood Special Education teaching license in Minnesota.

Skills

Early Childhood Special Education

Education

Early Childhood Special Education teaching license

Job description

Position Type:

Special Education/ Early Childhood Special Education Instructor

Date Posted:

2/26/2025

Location:

Crystal Lake Education Center

Date Available:

08/20/2025

Closing Date:

04/27/2025

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess or be eligible for an Early Childhood Special Education teaching license in the State of Minnesota

Salary Range:

$51,996 to $97,472 (pro-rated for FTE and contracted days)

Benefits:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Employees are eligible for benefits on Day One of employment.
• All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
• Teachers are offered health and dental benefits at a 0.50 FTE or more.
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
• Health benefits include:
• added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST
• free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7
• free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs
• provider choice with the largest PPO network available
• wellness rewards program
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire.
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered employer paid life insurance.
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered Long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support.
• Virtual Fitness Services for better health and well-being.
• Support to help you reach your career goals through training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program eligibility.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility vary based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity.

Internal and External applicants apply online at https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/