Special Education Teacher

Birch Agency; Crystal (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Dedicated recruiter support

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking two full-time Special Education Setting III Teachers for school-based roles in Crystal, Minnesota. Positions require designing and implementing IEPs for students with intensive needs in a structured, collaborative setting.

We offer competitive pay starting at $45 per hour, a supportive multidisciplinary team, and opportunities for professional development. Licensure in Minnesota or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Active Minnesota Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs based on students' unique needs
• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals and Minnesota standards
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to support diverse learning needs
• Implement evidence-based interventions and positive behavior support strategies
• Collaborate with families, related service providers, and educational staff to ensure student success
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with federal and state special education regulations
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, parent conferences, and professional development activities
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student achievement and well-being

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Setting III Teacher Opportunities

Location: Crystal, MN | Schedule: Full-time, School-Based | Employment Type: Contract | Pay Rate: Starting at $45.00 per hour, based on experience

Position Overview

Birch Agency is actively seeking two passionate and dedicated Special Education Setting III Teachers for school-based opportunities in Crystal, Minnesota. These positions provide the opportunity to support students with significant academic, behavioral, emotional, developmental, and functional needs within a highly supportive and structured educational environment. The Setting III program is designed to serve students who require specialized instruction, individualized interventions, and intensive support to achieve success both academically and socially. We are seeking educators who are committed to fostering meaningful student growth, implementing evidence-based instructional practices, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success.

Work Environment

Setting III Special Education program serving students with intensive educational and behavioral support needs. School-based setting in the Crystal, MN area. Opportunity to provide individualized, small-group, and classroom-based instruction aligned with student IEP goals. Collaborative multidisciplinary team including special education staff, general education teachers, related service providers, behavior specialists, and administrators. Supportive educational environment focused on academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional growth. Structured classroom setting designed to foster student independence, self-regulation, self-advocacy, and success. Opportunity to build strong relationships with students and families while supporting positive student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on students' unique needs
• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals and Minnesota state standards
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to support diverse learning needs
• Implement evidence-based interventions and positive behavior support strategies
• Collaborate with families, related service providers, and educational staff to ensure student success
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with federal and state special education regulations
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, parent conferences, and professional development activities
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student achievement and well-being

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field required
• Active Minnesota Special Education teaching license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Experience working with students requiring intensive academic, behavioral, emotional, or functional support preferred
• Knowledge of IEP development, IDEA compliance, differentiated instruction, accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention strategies
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary educational teams

Why Work with Birch Agency?

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $45.00 per hour, based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment