LTS Special Services Teacher, Center-Based DCD - 1.0 FTE - Sun Path Elementary School

Shakopee Public Schools; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA & VEBA options

Flexible Spending & Dependent Care

Accidental Injury & Critical Illness

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

TRA Plan + district contribution

403(B) plan + district contribution

Job summary

Shakopee Public Schools is seeking a 1.0 FTE Long Term Substitute (LTS) Center-based DCD Special Education Teacher for Sun Path Elementary School. Position runs from approximately October 1, 2026, to February 15, 2027, delivering services in a center-based classroom setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring IEP goals, managing paperwork, adhering to due process, communicating with families, and developing Behavioral Intervention Plans while supervising paraprofessionals.

Qualifications

• MN licensure in Special Education (EBD, DCD, SLD, ASD or ABS).
• NVCI (CPI) training preferred.
• Experience with diverse disabilities and differentiated instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect special education services to center-based students.
• Monitor progress on IEP goals and objectives; manage paperwork and due process.
• Communicate with families and staff; develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans; supervise paraprofessionals.

Education

Minnesota licensure in Special Education (EBD, DCD, SLD, ASD or ABS)

Job description

Shakopee Public Schools is searching for a 1.0 FTE Long Term Substitute (LTS) Center-based DCD Special Education (SpEd) Teacher to join the amazing staff at Sun Path Elementary School from approximately October 1, 2026, to February 15, 2027.

Job Summary

Deliver direct and indirect special education services to students in a center-based classroom setting, monitor progress on IEP goals and objectives; follow due process and IEP procedures and manage the paperwork; communicate effectively with families and staff; develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans, direct the work of paraprofessionals(s).

Provides instruction in the content areas in accordance with each student's ability, creates a classroom environment that fosters student learning and personal growth. Establishes effective working relationships with students and parents, works collaboratively with other staff members.

Education/Training/Experience

• Require MN licensure in special education EBD, DCD, SLD, ASD or ABS.
• NVCI (CPI) training preferred.
• Experience working with a variety of disabilities, and the ability to deliver specialized instruction to meet the individual needs of these students. Training for specific needs of the students in the program will be provided by the district.
• Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction.

Pay & Benefits Information

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA & VEBA options
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care options
• Accidental Injury & Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) Plan + district contribution
• 403(B) plan + district contribution

Daily pay ranges from $289.00 to $403.76 depending upon level of education.

Our Staff Receives

• Professional development opportunities provided by the District
• Strong mentoring program for first-year staff

Candidates who are under further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Position will remain open until filled.