Special Education Teacher - Dakota Ridge - Connect

Independent School District 196; Apple Valley (MN); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

State pension plan

Tax-deferred retirement savings

Descripción de la vacante

Independent School District 196 seeks a Special Education Teacher for Dakota Ridge to support students in the Connect program. The role focuses on students with significant educational needs in social communication and self-regulation within a highly structured environment.

The successful candidate will implement IEPs and Behavior Support Plans, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and advocate for equitable outcomes.

Formación

• Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education in ASD, EBD, DCD, or LD (Dual licensure preferred).
• Experience with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to develop and implement IEPs and Behavior Support Plans.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of best practices in special education and sensory activities.

Responsabilidades

• Support students in the Connect program with significant educational needs in social communication and self-regulation.
• Provide instruction in strategies to develop social-emotional skills.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and other professionals to plan and support students in the least restrictive environment.
• Advocate for students to ensure high levels of achievement.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

Conocimientos

Special Education

Connect Program

Communication skills

Cultural responsiveness

IEPs/Behavior Plans

Collaboration

Emotional regulation support

Educación

Minnesota special education licensure (ASD/EBD/DCD/LD)

Descripción del empleo

Special Education Teacher - Dakota Ridge - Connect JobID: 23850

• Position Type:
  Special Education Teaching/ Connect Teacher
• Date Posted:
  11/11/2026
• Location:
  Dakota Ridge School
• Closing Date:
  11/17/2026

Description

Special Education Teacher - 1.0 FTE
Special Education Connect Teacher (previously CID) - Dakota Ridge

Effective Date of Employment

ASAP

Application Deadline

November 17, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.

Job Summary

• Dakota Ridge is a highly structured and specialized educational environment.
• Support students in the Connect program which serves students who have significant educational needs in social communication and self regulation, and require a highly supported, small group instructional environment.
• Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
• Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education.
• Demonstrate proactive response to support students with emotional regulation difficulties.
• Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for success.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency.
• Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
• Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement.
• Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents and other professionals.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education in ASD, EBD, DCD, or LD (Dual special education licensure preferred).
• Experience working with and providing service to persons of diverse cultures, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Evidence of a growth mindset and ability to accelerate growth in academic and social/emotional skills using a strengths based model.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.
• Experience working in a school setting or with children ages birth through 21.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures and facilitate collaborative teaming around students.
• Ability to facilitate, write and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Ability to collaborate with nursing staff to support and perform the necessary delegated health tasks.
• Ability to direct the work of paraprofessionals and an understanding of practices for training and supporting paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of best practices in the field of special education and implementation strategies for sensory activities, positive behavior support, academic instruction, development of routines, etc.
• Willingness to complete training in Professional Crisis Management(PCM) and implement restrictive procedures, if needed.
• Understanding and ability to conduct a comprehensive evaluation.
• Thorough understanding of the laws, rules and regulations of special education.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsible to

Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator

Compensation / Benefits

According to contractual agreement.

If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment.

• Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account.
• Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave.

Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.

District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,* disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-