Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute)

Edina Public Schools; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension program TRA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Edina Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute) for Highlands Elementary. The position runs from November 9, 2026 through January 13, 2027, and pays a daily wage of $287.64.

The successful candidate will implement district curriculum, support inclusive practices, and monitor student progress under leadership from school administration. The role requires Minnesota teaching licensure in Special Education, and offers participation in TRA pension benefits and

Qualifications

• Minnesota teaching license in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student can thrive.
• Deliver instruction in accordance with lesson plans and curriculum.
• Assess and monitor student progress against instructional outcomes.

Education

Minnesota teaching license: Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute) JobID: 9484

• Position Type: Special Education/ Teacher
• Date Posted: 11/2/2026
• Date Available: 11/09/2026

Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student's educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,600 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district's early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program.

Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute)

Location: Highlands Elementary |Status: Exempt |Duration: November 9, 2026 through January 13, 2027 (dates are approximate and subject to change)

Position Summary:

With the focus to support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission, vision, and core values, the Licensed Teacher is responsible for creating an inclusive environment where each and every student can discover their possibilities and thrive. Under the direction of the Principal, Director of Student Support Services, or administrative designee, the Licensed Teacher represents a broad grouping of diverse and different instructional positions responsible for presenting district curriculum in assigned instructional subjects, delivering and instructing students in accordance with lesson plans and instructional material, and evaluating and assessing student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minnesota teaching license(s): Special Education

Salary Range: The wage for this position is $287.64 per day. This is a temporary position.

Benefits: Eligible employees will participate in the state's pension program, Teachers Retirement Association (TRA). Leave benefits will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law.

Additional information can be found on the school district's website at: https://www.edinaschools.org/abouteps/departments/human-resources.

All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.

Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.