Homebound Teacher: 2026-2027 School Year

Independent School District 15; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with district/conrib

Dental Insurance with district/conrib

Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA

Long Term Disability Insurance

HSA contributions

Job summary

St. Francis Area Schools is hiring a Homebound Teacher for the 2026-27 school year district-wide to provide services for students district-wide.

This low-incidence role requires data-based, specialized instructional strategies and collaboration with teams including administrators, school psychologists, teachers, interpreters, case managers, and parents/guardians. The position requires Minnesota Teacher Licensure in Special Education and involves identification, assessment, consultation, and

Qualifications

• Minnesota Teacher Licensure in Special Education is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, screen and evaluate students and review medical records as applicable.
• Facilitate accommodations and modifications to educational materials and instructional environment.
• Gather, monitor, review and communicate data to staff, students and families and recommend programming based on data.
• Consult with interpreters, case managers, administrators, staff and parents/guardians to determine supports.
• Maintain a positive, organized learning environment and implement IEPs.
• Collaborate with administrators, staff, and community to support student learning.

Skills

Special Education Teaching

Education

Minnesota Teacher Licensure in Special Education

Job description

Homebound Teacher: 2026-2027 School Year JobID: 7017

• Position Type: Special Education Teaching/ District Wide
• Date Posted: 8/20/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: 08/28/2026

District Mission

"Our mission is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world."

Duty Days Per Year

186 (prorated from start date)

Hours Per Day

8 (.5 position)

Supervisor

Katie Mitchell, Program Supervisor

Position Description

St. Francis Area Schools is hiring a Homebound Teacher for the 2026-27 school year to provide services for students district-wide.

This low-incidence area presents unique educational challenges and requires data-based, specialized instructional strategies. This service provides identification, assessment, consultation, evaluation, in-service, and direct and indirect instructional services for these students. The Homebound teacher will implement instruction based on individual student needs. Consultation with teams that include administrators, school psychologists, teachers, interpreters, case managers, and parents/guardians.

Qualifications

Minnesota Teacher Licensure in Special Education

Job Duties

• Identification, Screening, and Evaluation
  • Gather and review appropriate medical records as applicable.
  • Interpret results of assessments and perform assessments of vision loss on a student's ability to learn.
• Service Delivery
  • Facilitate accommodations and modifications to educational materials, assistive technology, and the instructional environment.
  • Gather, monitor, review, and communicate data to school staff, students, and families. Recommend programming or accommodations based on data.
  • Identify the need for, assist in selecting, and provide work direction to interpreters when necessary.
• Consultation and Collaboration
  • Attend, provide input, and help determine appropriate accommodations, modifications, and supports.
  • Advise on selecting specialized equipment and instructional materials/supplies when the need for Assistive Technology (AT) is identified.
  • Monitor the use of necessary equipment to ensure proper functioning and consistent, faithful use.
  • Maintain ongoing contact with the parent to discuss the child's abilities, progress, and future goals.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning in the instructional environment.
• Provide appropriate instruction, modifications, and adaptations, and implement IEPs in an organized, systematic, and meaningful manner.
• Analyze student data and progress using a balanced assessment system to provide effective, targeted instruction and interventions that maximize student learning.
• Develop a climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Collaborate effectively and professionally with administrators, staff, parents/guardians, and the community.

Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position, as assigned.

If you have questions about the position prior to applying, please contact Katie Mitchell, Program Supervisor, at 763-753-7037.

Salary

$49,866 - $92,810 perTeachers Work Agreement

District Information

St. Francis Area Schools - ISD #15 is located in northern Anoka County and southern Isanti County. We are a 45-minute drive from Minneapolis and a great, traffic-free drive from every direction. We are a rural/suburban district, covering 165 square miles. Our buildings include an early childhood family center, three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and other non-traditional secondary programs. Our school district educates more than 4,100 students annually.

Benefits offered for this position include

• Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
• Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
• FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
• Long Term Disability Income Insurance
• Life Insurance paid for by the district
• TRA (Pension Plan): 8% employee contribution and 9.31% district contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
• Floating Holidays
• Sick Leave includes ESST
• Personal Paid Days
• HSA- Health Savings Account with $117.00/month district contribution
• HCSP- Health Care Savings Plan with MSRS (Minnesota State Retirement System) includes $117.00/month district contribution
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings

The policy of the schooldistrict is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.