Special Education Center-based DCD Teacher

Robbinsdale Area Schools; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Robbinsdale Area Schools in Minnesota is seeking a full-time elementary Special Education center-based DCD teacher for the RISE program at Neill Elementary School. The role emphasizes a structured, high staff-to-student ratio and a functional curriculum for students with Developmental Cognitive Disability.

Strong MN DCD/ABS licensure is required; posting open until filled. RISE provides specialized instruction in a center-based setting with opportunities to generalize skills in mainstream

Qualifications

• Must hold MN special education license such as DCD or ABS.

Education

Minnesota Special Education License (DCD/ABS)

Job description

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Openings as of 8/22/2026

Special Education Center-based DCD Teacher JobID: 7789

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ DCD center-based teacher
• Date Posted: 8/1/2026
• Location: Neill Elementary
• Date Available: 08/19/2026

POSITION AVAILABLE
Full-time elementary special education center-based DCD teaching position available for the RISE program: Reaching Independence and Success through Education at Neill Elementary School

This federal setting III program provides a structured educational environment for students who need a functional curriculum and are identified for placement based on their individual needs in the area of Developmental Cognitive Disability and/or other disabilities determined by the school team. RISE students often require a smaller, structured, predictable setting with a high staff-to-student ratio. RISE students will primarily receive instruction in the center based classroom, and have opportunities to generalize their learned skills in the mainstream classroom as well as community environments.

Applicants must hold appropriate MN special education teaching license such as DCD or ABS.

Salary and benefits based oncurrent Teacher Contract

POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Equal Opportunity Employer

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance