Special Education Teacher [83916]

Onward Education; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Education is partnering with a Dakota County school district to hire dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site role supports elementary and middle school classrooms, providing highly individualized instruction in center-based settings.

You will implement and monitor IEP goals, use PBIS strategies, collaborate with families and a team of professionals, and help students access the curriculum while fostering social-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Active Minnesota Special Education Teaching License, preferably Tier 3 or Tier 4.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• Experience providing specialized instruction and implementing IEPs for students with diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of Minnesota special education procedures, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills when working with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Previous experience supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, or academic challenges preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support within elementary and middle school center-based special education classrooms serving students with social communication, emotional regulation, and self-regulation needs.
• Teach academic content while supporting students' social-emotional growth.
• Implement and monitor IEP goals and accommodations.
• Utilize proactive behavior supports and PBIS strategies.
• Help students develop self-management, emotional regulation, and social communication skills.
• Collaborate with families, paraprofessionals, school psychologists, social workers, and general education teachers.

Skills

IEP experience

Collaboration

Communication skills

Behavior management

Special Education license

Gold standard instruction

Education

Minnesota Special Education License (Tier 3/4)

Bachelor's in Special Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in Dakota County, Minnesota to hire dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an on-site opportunity supporting elementary and middle school special education (Grades K-8) within specialized programs and classrooms.

As a Special Education Teacher, you'll provide highly individualized instruction and targeted support for students with disabilities, helping them access the curriculum, build critical skills, and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally within self-contained classroom settings.

• Location: On-site
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support within elementary and middle school center-based special education classrooms serving students with social communication, emotional regulation, and self-regulation needs.
• Teach academic content while supporting students' social-emotional growth.
• Implement and monitor IEP goals and accommodations.
• Utilize proactive behavior supports and PBIS strategies.
• Help students develop self-management, emotional regulation, and social communication skills.
• Collaborate with families, paraprofessionals, school psychologists, social workers, and general education teachers.

Qualifications

• Active Minnesota Special Education Teaching License, preferably Tier 3 or Tier 4.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• Experience providing specialized instruction and implementing IEPs for students with diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of Minnesota special education procedures, compliance requirements, and best practices.
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• Strong collaboration and communication skills when working with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Previous experience supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, or academic challenges preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.