Special Education Teacher - ECSE

School District 622 - North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale; Beaver Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Due Process Support and District-wide

Team access to 21st Century Schools/Sp

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Independent School District No 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for ECSE. The role covers direct instruction, IEP development, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to support students with disabilities.

You will manage eligibility decisions, coordinate with families, and implement state and district assessments while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards in line with the district's policies.

Qualifications

• Valid MN teaching license in a special education field.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience teaching school-age students.
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of due process procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with conflict resolution.
• Training in behavior management and crisis response.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to due process guidelines and participate in eligibility decisions.
• Serve as case manager: develop and maintain IEPs, facilitate meetings, share progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal rules and data privacy laws.
• Provide direct instruction and support for students to achieve IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers on curriculum and assessments.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and monitor student progress with regular updates to families.
• Advocate for students with disabilities and implement positive behavioral interventions.

Skills

Special education license

Bachelor's degree

Experience with school-age students

Team collaboration

Due process knowledge

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Behavior management & crisis response

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Position: Special Education Teacher - ECSE

Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, 194 duty days

Start Date: Fall 2026

Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement - https://www.isd622.org/about/human-resources

Required Qualifications:

• Valid MN teaching license in a special education field.
• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience teaching school-age students
• Ability to work collaboratively and positively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and experience with due process procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with conflict resolution
• Training and experience in behavior management and knowledge of crisis response

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to due process guidelines using district recommended methods and instruments to evaluate and identify the special education needs of students, participate in team decisions regarding eligibility, and facilitate evaluation plans and reports.
• Serve as a case manager for students by: developing and maintaining IEPs; facilitating IEP meetings; providing parents and/or guardians with Rights and Procedural Safeguards information and notification of team meetings in a timely manner; and developing and sharing progress reports with parents.
• Working knowledge of and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Maintain and promote confidentiality per data privacy, MN Government Data Practices Act, FERPA, and HIPPA legislation.
• Provide direct instruction to students receiving special education and assist them with attaining their IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district wide assessments.
• Provide job performance feedback to, direct the work of, and support the paraprofessionals in the implementation of the students' IEP goals.
• Maintain data as required to monitor and evaluate student progress and communicate regularly with parents of students regarding progress of their child.
• Advocate for the needs of the students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement proactive and positive behavioral interventions based on FBA results.
• Possess knowledge and ability to utilize techniques to maintain a safe environment (i.e. MANDT, CPI, building emergency plan, etc.)
• Participate in relevant staff development opportunities, be knowledgeable about current promising practices in the field, and stay current with state rules and regulations governing special education.
• Collaborate with related service providers.
• Possess knowledge of technology strategies/equipment available to students and, when needed, provide strategy information to general education teachers.
• Collaborate with outside agencies providing services for students and families, especially when interagency collaboration is required or requested by the family.
• Communicate effectively and positively with staff, students, parents, and administration.
• Inquire and bill third parties when parents agree to allow the district to bill their insurance company or medical assistance when needed.
• Utilize conflict management strategies and resources for support when conflict occurs between staff and/or parents.
• Attend cluster meetings related to special education.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.
ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Inspire. Lead. Make a Difference. Consider joining the School District 622 Special Education Team!
In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, the Special Education Team has access to 21st Century Schools, Due Process Support (including: Due process clerks and a District-wide evaluation team), Sped Forms software, due process hours/Stipend, a week of new special education teacher training, and ongoing professional development. Special Educators have access to a diverse team of leaders and curriculum supports, all while providing lifelong learning opportunities to students of all ages. Join us!