Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION SERVICE CTR SCHOOL DISTRICT; Melrose (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education service organization seeks a full-time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher in Minnesota. The ideal candidate will provide educational services to young children with disabilities, implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborate with families and educators in diverse settings. This role requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and compliance with educational regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree and be licensed as an ECSE teacher.
• Experience with children, especially those with disabilities, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to early childhood special education students.
• Plans and implements educational services and conducts interventions.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

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Job Title: Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher- 1.0 FTE (190 Day Contract)

Location: West Central Education District-providing B-3 Part C ECSE service to 1 or more member district (Paynesville, Albany, Sauk Centre, and Melrose)

Reports To: WCED Special Education Supervisor

Position Overview: WCED is seeking a full time Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) teacher. The ECSE teacher provides direct services to early childhood special education students.

Essential Functions:

• Plans and implements educational services;
• Conducts appropriate interventions and assists parent’s in-home facilitation;
• Provides comprehensive developmental evaluation and/or screening for children referred for services;
• Communicates with district administrative staff and other district staff as appropriate about students served, progress and emerging issues;
• Communicated with outside agencies and collaborative services for children, as appropriate and on an individual basis;
• Facilitates a transition plan to preschool when child is ready;
• Conducts and maintains appropriate due process documentation related to screening, evaluations, and services for young children with disabilities;
• Adheres to all due process procedures and compliance requirements;
• Provides good public relations and customer service with member districts, staff, parents and the general public;
• Follows all policies and regulations;
• Regular and prompt attendance is essential;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher;
• Thorough knowledge of due process procedures unique to the Birth to 3 years old population (Part C) ;
• Thorough knowledge of best practices for children with disabilities, ages Birth to 7 years;
• General knowledge of special education practices and procedures;
• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies;
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments or problems independently;
• Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies;
• Ability to collect, read, summarize, compare, and apply data;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, school staff, administrators, and other agencies;
• Ability to present to small groups and large groups;
• Ability to write clearly and concisely;
• Ability to use modern office equipment, technology, and related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Licensed as an ECSE teacher by PELSB; other valid teaching licenses may be considered

Valid Driver's License

Working Conditions:

• Services are delivered in homes, childcare settings, and other community locations.
• Frequent travel across the service area is required; must be able to drive.
• Work may involve exposure to pets, allergens, or varying home conditions.
• Requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate family needs.
• Light physical demands including lifting and positioning young children.
• Requires vocal and auditory communication, visual acuity for assessment and observation.

TO APPLY:

Email the completed job application , letter of interest, resume, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at [e-mail] .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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