Special Education - DCD-MM Teacher - 1.0 LTS - #117819

Nimble; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools in Rochester, MN seeks an LTS Special Education - DCD-MM Teacher for a temporary period from approximately November 13, 2026 to January 12, 2027. Prorated salary based on hire date and experience will reflect license level and years of teaching service.

The position is tied to the 2025-2027 REA contract with qualifications including Minnesota PELSB licensure and a commitment to equity and ongoing professional development within urban, multicultural classrooms.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: K-12 Developmental Disabilities or Academic Behavior Strategist.
• Rochester Public Schools hires teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.
• Experience in urban, multicultural education is desirable.
• Ongoing professional development through coursework, collaboration, and staff development.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Equity and inclusion

Education

Minnesota PELSB license

Job description

POSITION: 1.0 LTS Special Education - DCD-MM Teacher position available from approximately November 13, 2026 - January 12, 2027

WORK CALENDAR:

2026-2027 REA Calendar

SALARY: Prorated based upon hire date.

Based on level of education andfull years of licensed teaching experience.

REA Contract 2025-2027

QUALIFICATIONS: Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: K-12 Developmental Disabilities or Academic Behavior Strategist

RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.

If you have questions regarding the position, contact the Assistant Director of Special Education, Melissa Walsh.

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4321 or email [e-mail].

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education desirable.

Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development.

Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective.

Commitment to Equity:

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve.We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.