Special Education Teacher – Long Term Substitute (Gideon Pond Elementary)

Mnasa; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobsitemnasa is seeking a Special Education Lead in Burnsville, MN to collaborate with the district’s IEP/Student Services team and guide the implementation of the building’s special education service delivery model. The role emphasizes inclusive leadership, reflective practice, and culturally responsive education.

You will foster a supportive environment that encourages student growth, agency, and personalized learning paths while aligning with rigorous academics and community trust.

Responsibilities

• The licensed Special Education Lead works closely with the district Individualized Student Services Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model.
• Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
• Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
• Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
• Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniqueness and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
• Prepare students to meet "the next challenge" through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
• Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
• Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
• Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Job description

Primary Responsibilities:

• The licensed Special Education Lead works closely with the district Individualized Student Services Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model.
• Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
• Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
• Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
• Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniqueness and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
• Prepare students to meet "the next challenge" through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
• Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
• Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
• Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose