Special Education Teacher (Due Process & Case Management Focus)

Birch Agency; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Recruiter support throughout your year

Collaborative school environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to join a Minneapolis team for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, onsite role emphasizes IEP development, due process compliance, and case management to support diverse learners and maintain high-quality services.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with administrators, service providers, and families, ensuring accurate documentation, timelines, and inclusive education practices throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Minnesota Special Education teaching license.
• Experience with IEPs, due process, and compliance.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals and student needs.
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned students.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs.
• Facilitate IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and team conferences.
• Maintain compliance with IDEA, Minnesota SPED regulations, and district policies.
• Manage due process timelines, documentation, and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of paperwork and records.
• Collaborate with administrators, related service providers, teachers, and families.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
• Implement accommodations and evidence-based interventions.
• Support positive behavior strategies and inclusive practices.
• Advocate for student success while maintaining procedural integrity.

Skills

IEP development

Due process knowledge

Case management

Collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Special Education

Job description

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person

School Year: 2026-2027

Birch Agency is seeking an experienced and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join a school team in Minneapolis, Minnesota for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, onsite role is ideal for a special educator with strong due process, compliance, and case management experience who is committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs while ensuring high-quality special education services.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in IEP development, due process requirements, procedural safeguards, and special education compliance, while providing meaningful instruction and fostering student success.

Position Details

• Full-time, onsite position
• 8-hour workday
• Dedicated time built into the schedule for due process responsibilities
• Support from a dedicated district evaluation team for assessments and testing
• Collaborative special education department and multidisciplinary team environment

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals and student needs
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned students
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and team conferences
• Maintain compliance with IDEA, Minnesota Special Education regulations, and district policies
• Manage due process timelines, documentation, and procedural requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of special education paperwork and records
• Collaborate with administrators, related service providers, teachers, and families
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and evidence-based interventions
• Support positive behavior strategies and inclusive educational practices
• Advocate for student success while maintaining compliance and procedural integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Minnesota Special Education Teaching License
• Previous school-based special education experience required
• Strong knowledge of special education due process procedures, compliance requirements, and case management
• Experience managing IEP timelines, meetings, documentation, and procedural safeguards
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience supporting students with a variety of academic, behavioral, and developmental needs preferred

What Birch Agency Offers

• Competitive and negotiable compensation
• Comprehensive benefits packageDedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
• Supportive and collaborative school environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students, families, and school communities