Special Education Teacher (Grades K-12)

Sleepy Eye School District 84

Sleepy Eye (MN)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher (DCD) for grades K-12. This full-time position involves providing specialized instruction and managing IEPs for students with developmental cognitive disabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Minnesota Teaching License, possess experience in special education, and have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Developmental Disabilities (DD) or Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD) required.
Driver's license or ability to obtain transportation to work.
Successful prior special education (DCD) teaching experience in K-12 preferred.
Experience: Successful prior special education (DCD) teaching experience in K-12 preferred.
Skills: Proficiency in Special Education software (e.g., SpEd Forms).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with physical needs.
Certificate: CPI certification or willingness to be trained.
Knowledge: IEP development, writing, and progress monitoring.
Knowledge: Best practices for teaching students with DCD.
Communication: Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.
Policy: Abide by district policies and maintain cooperative relationships.
Knowledge: Federal and state education laws.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction and case management for DCD students across K-12.
Act as Case Manager and facilitate IEP meetings.
Design and deliver modified, research-based curriculum tailored to students.
Teach essential daily living skills and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans.
Collaboration: supervise paraprofessionals; consult with general education teachers.
Communication: maintain transparent progress updates with families.
Professional Development: attend seminars/workshops to stay updated.

Skills

Proficiency in Special Education software (e.g., SpEd Forms)

Ability to perform intervention in severe behaviors

Knowledge of developing, writing, and progress monitoring on IEPs

Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, and parents

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Minnesota Teaching License in DD/DCD

ABS license eligible (OFP)

Driver's license

Tools

Special Education software

Job description

Special Education Teacher (Grades K-12) DCD JobID: 469

Position Type:
High School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
Date Posted:
3/19/2026
Location:
Sleepy Eye Public Schools
Date Available:
08/17/2026
Closing Date:
05/22/2026

Reports To: Elementary and High School Principals

Position Type: Full-Time, Licensed

Position Summary

Sleepy Eye Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionateDCD Teacher to provide specialized instruction and case management for DCD students across K-12. The successful candidate will develop and implement individualized programming focused on functional academics, social-emotional growth, communication, and independent living skills.

IEP Management: Act as Case Manager for students with DCD; facilitate IEP meetings, conduct evaluations, and ensure all due process paperwork meets Minnesota state and federal compliance standards.
Instructional Leadership: Design and deliver modified, research-based curriculum tailored to students' unique cognitive and adaptive needs. Maintains an appropriate learning environment that is equitable, inclusive, safe, and developmentally appropriate.
Life Skills Training: Teach essential daily living skills, including hygiene, community participation, and vocational readiness where applicable.
Behavioral Support: Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) or Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
Collaboration: Supervise and direct classroom paraprofessionals; consult with general education teachers to support inclusive opportunities. Collaborate with other special education staff through PLCs and other meetings.
Communication: Maintain frequent, transparent communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and transitions.
Professional Development:Continue to acquire professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, or conferences to stay up to date on current developments in the educational field related to the scope of this DCD teacher position

Qualifications & Requirements

Licensure: Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Developmental Disabilities (DD) or Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD). Candidates with an Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS) license will be accepted if eligible for an out-of-field permission (OFP).
Driver's license or ability to obtain transportation to work
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field
- (Master's degree preferred).
Experience: Successful prior special education (DCD) teaching experience in K-12 preferred
Skills: * Proficiency in Special Education software (e.g., SpEd Forms).
- Ability to perform difficult professional work which may include intervention in severe behaviors, lifting up to 50 lbs and assisting with physical needs.
- Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or willingness to be trained.
- Knowledge of developing, writing, and progress monitoring on IEPs
- Knowledge of best practices and instructional strategies in teaching students with DCD
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, and parents
- Ability to abide by all district policies and expectations, and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students