Special Education Lead Teacher - 2025-26

Anoka-Hennepin School District; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Lead Teacher for the 2025-26 academic year. This role involves collaborating with various educational staff to ensure that students with special needs are supported effectively in inclusive settings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of special education processes, be an effective communicator, and demonstrate leadership in improving student outcomes. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, making it an exciting opportunity for passionate educators looking to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of special education processes and procedures.
• Ability to manage compliance and due process effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to assure inclusion of students in the least restrictive environment.
• Serve as an instructional leader to improve academic outcomes for students on IEPs.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of due process

Collaboration with staff

Education

Special Education License

Job description

Special Education Lead Teacher - 2025-26

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Duties

• Work with building administrators, general education, and special education teachers to assure inclusion of students in the least restrictive environment.
• Serve as special education representative on building leadership, IEP, and intervention teams.
• Attend monthly leadership meetings with building and district administration, and follow-up with staff.
• Collaborate with Special Education Supervisor and building administration to implement corrective action plans.
• Model data-based decision making.
• Manage Due Process and Compliance.
• Serve as an instructional leader assisting to improve the academic and behavioral outcomes of students on IEPs.
• Support teams and students with implementation of behavior support plans and crisis response.
• Facilitate Special Education Department meetings and Paraeducator meetings.
• Communicate, train, and support changes in special education process or procedures to building staff.
• Participate in interview teams for special education staff.
• Provide training and coaching to special education staff.
• Assist with coordination of scheduling for Paraeducators and students.
• Support new students transitioning into special education.
• Coordinate Child Study Meetings.
• Support the budgetary processes for equipment, supplies, field trips, etc.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires Any Special Education License. Must possess a strong understanding of due process, special education processes and procedures, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Special Ed Behavior experience preferred.

Start Date: 8/25/25. This position may be filled 7 days after the initial posting date by an appropriately licensed candidate (PELSB Tier 3 or Tier 4 license); or by a candidate eligible for PELSB Tier 1 or Tier 2 license, or OFP (Out of Field Permission) after a 15-day posting period.

Rate of Pay: $50,029 to $104,251. Rate is based on full-time equivalency and verified placement on the salary schedule, with 1.0 FTE being full time. View additional terms and benefits here.

All Applicants must complete the Anoka-Hennepin Schools online application at www.ahschools.us/jobs