Special Education Teacher - DCD

Lionsgate Academy; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lionsgate Academy seeks a Special Education Teacher for nonverbal or limited verbal learners with autism. The role focuses on curriculum delivery in a supportive environment, collaborating with specialists while emphasizing educational best practices. Offering competitive salaries based on experience and education, the academy fosters a rewarding community for only qualified educators.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and disability benefits

HSA and FSA options

403b retirement plan

80 hours Paid Time Off annually

Free dental offered

Summer off with optional Extended School Year

Mentor support provided

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education required.
• Willingness to apply for a Tier 1 or 2 Teaching License if not currently licensed.
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and Science to nonverbal/limited verbal autistic learners.
• Collaborate closely with Speech, OT and Case Managers.
• Manage 20 students across 3 groups with 6-8 class sizes.

Skills

Collaboration

Teaching

Computer Skills

Education

Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education

Masters degree in Special Education

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Shoreview - Shoreview, MN

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Lionsgate Academy is a Public Charter School that specializes in educating students with living with Autism or other learning differences.

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - DCD POSITION:

• Teach English and Scienceto nonverbal/limited verbal autistic learners
• Collaborate closely with Speech, OT and Case Managers
• No case management responsibilities, only due process for ELA goals/objectives
• Teach 20 students total, 3 separate groups with 6-8 class size

OUR SCHOOL:

Small case loads:Case Manager positions (no teaching)

Special Education Teachers (no case managing)

Due process days

Mentor support

OUR STAFF:

Collaborate daily with team members

Have full benefit options including medical, vision, disability, HSA, FSA, 403b and free dental

80 hours Paid Time Off in the school year

Are passionate about the work they do

Work in a fun and rewarding community

Receive mentor support

Have summers off and the opportunity to work Extended School Year

WE OFFER:

Salary Range: $37,500 - $70,000 depending on education and experience

Similar positions: Special Education Teacher, Special Education Case Manager, Resource Room Teacher, DCD, ASD

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education

• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2 Teaching License

• Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree in Special Education

• Possession of a valid license in Autism Spectrum Disorder, in process of gaining ASD Licensure, or hold certificate with willingness to pursue licensure

• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum