Special Education Teacher - Multiple Disabilities (K-4)

Brainerd Public Schools; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

TRA

403b and PTO/ESST

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Lowell Elementary School (K-4) in Brainerd, MN. The role involves case management, specialized instruction, and collaboration with families and agencies.

The position requires a valid Minnesota Special Education license and experience in EBD/SLD/ASD settings, with a work schedule of 184 duty days per year. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, IEP development, parent communication, and MDT participation, with

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota teaching license in Special Education (ABS Preferred).
• Experience teaching in special education settings (EDB, SLD, ASD).
• Experience in due process procedures including conducting evaluations, writing IEPs, monitoring progress, and facilitating meetings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct Part B evaluations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments and development of IEP goals and outcomes.
• Educate parents and others regarding the provision of services.
• Provide research-based specialized instruction as outlined in the IEP.
• Consult with parents and service providers to ensure effective services.
• Prepare a pre-planned schedule of individualized and small group activities for instruction.
• Supervise and provide direction for classroom Teaching Assistants.
• Maintain suitable classroom and behavior management.
• Monitor instruction to ensure student progress and safety.
• Plan and conduct continuous evaluation of each student's progress.
• Coordinate provision of services to maximize learning opportunities.
• Participate in IEP and other meetings to inform goals/outcomes.
• Provide training to related service personnel and parents.
• Prepare documentation for reporting requirements.
• Maintain records and reports in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Make referrals to other professionals as appropriate.
• Engage with parents to support child development.
• Collaborate with other Special Education teachers for smooth transitions.
• Participate in staff development opportunities to improve skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

Minnesota teaching license in Special Education (ABS Preferred)

Job description

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Lowell Elementary School (K-4) in Brainerd, MN. The role involves case management, specialized instruction, and collaboration with families and agencies.

The position requires a valid Minnesota Special Education license and experience in EBD/SLD/ASD settings, with a work schedule of 184 duty days per year. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, IEP development, parent communication, and MDT participation, with