Special Education Teacher

Lakeville Area Schools; Arkansas; On-site; USD 51,996 - 97,472; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Health and dental benefits

Employer-paid life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Free virtual healthcare services

Job summary

A prominent school district in the United States seeks a Special Education Teacher to support students at both Lakeville Online Academy and Lakeville South High School. The ideal candidate will possess or be eligible for a Special Education license in Minnesota and will focus on tailored educational strategies for diverse student needs. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. Start date is set for February 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for a Special Education license in Minnesota.
• Preferred licensure areas include Academic and Behavioral Strategist.

Responsibilities

• Support Special Education students across Lakeville Online Academy and Lakeville South High School.
• Provide tailored educational strategies and interventions.

Skills

Special Education license eligibility

Academic and Behavioral Strategist licensure

Education

Special Education license in Minnesota

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Resource

1.00 FTE. This position is shared between Lakeville Online Academy and Lakeville South High School. 0.60 FTE at Lakeville Online Academy Middle and High Schools. 0.40 FTE at Lakeville South High School.

Start date: February 16, 2026 or as soon as possible.

Position Description / Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for a Special Education license in the State of Minnesota. Preferred licensure areas: Academic and Behavioral Strategist.
• Salary and benefits in accordance with the EML Contract (linked below).
• Salary range: $51,996 to $97,472 (pro-rated for FTE and contracted days).

What You Will Like About Us

Student focused; community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award‑winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota, serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River, and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an area learning center, an online K‑12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued and respected.

As an employee, you will have access to high‑quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well‑being of you and your family.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on Day One of employment.
• All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full‑time benefits including low‑cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug and legal insurance plans.
• Teachers are offered health and dental benefits at a 0.50 FTE or more.
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part‑time voluntary benefits including low‑cost vision and legal insurance.
• Health benefits include:
• Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
• Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
• Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
• Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire. For more information, visit PERA for non‑instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions.
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered employer‑paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Tax‑free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Work/Life Support

• Under our EAP, employees and their families can receive no‑cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well‑being.

Support to Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program. Some positions may qualify for the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS

There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under “Collective Bargaining Agreements.”

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity

Internal and External applicants apply online https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/