Resourceful Special Education Teacher — IEP & SEL

Independent School District 196; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0 FTE, LTS) to deliver curriculum and support students with disabilities in a 196 district setting.

The role emphasizes culturally responsive practices, collaboration with staff and families, and implementing IEPs/Behavior Support Plans to foster inclusive education and academic growth for birth through 21-year-olds.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education in ABS, ASD, EBD, DD, or LD (Dual special education licensure preferred).
• Strong general education background.
• Experience working with and providing service to persons of diverse cultures, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Evidence of a growth mindset and ability to accelerate growth in academic and social/emotional skills using a strengths based model.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.
• Experience working in a school setting or with children ages birth through 21.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures and facilitate collaborative teaming around students.
• Ability to facilitate, write and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Ability to collaborate with nursing staff to support and perform the necessary delegated health tasks.
• Ability to direct the work of paraprofessionals and an understanding of practices for training and supporting paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of best practices in the field of special education and implementation strategies for sensory activities, positive behavior support, academic instruction, development of routines, etc.
• Understanding and ability to conduct a comprehensive evaluation.
• Thorough understanding of the laws, rules and regulations of special education.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of weight.
• Valid driver's license or ability to provide travel for self between locations.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
• Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education.
• Demonstrate proactive response to support students with emotional regulation difficulties.
• Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for success.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency.
• Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
• Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement.
• Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents and other professionals.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

Education

Minnesota teaching licensure in ABS/ASD/EBD/DD/LD

Job description

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0 FTE, LTS) to deliver curriculum and support students with disabilities in a 196 district setting.

The role emphasizes culturally responsive practices, collaboration with staff and families, and implementing IEPs/Behavior Support Plans to foster inclusive education and academic growth for birth through 21-year-olds.