Teacher, District Program Facilitator (DPF)- Behavior ResourceSpecial Education (2026-2027)

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools in Minneapolis, MN, seeks a District Program Facilitator (DPF) - Behavior Resource, Special Education for 2026-2027. 1.0 FTE, 46 weeks, with a salary range of $53,629 - $112,065.

This role provides leadership, training, and coaching to special education staff; develops curriculum continuity and professional development, and partners with schools to implement evidence-based practices focused on reading and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Prefer 5 years of successful experience in an urban, multicultural educational setting.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional training and coaching to special education staff.
• Develop common course descriptions, scope and sequence, syllabus and learning targets for continuity of coursework across MPS elementary schools.
• Develop and lead professional development to a range of school members; both general education and special education staff.
• Understand and develop special education school-wide service delivery models and programming.
• Provide coaching to teachers on how to develop IEP goals and objectives that drive student instruction.
• Provide coaching to teachers on how to monitor progress and how to plan instruction based on student data that accelerates achievement of special education students.
• Research, recommend, and model how to implement academic , functional and social emotional evidence based practices to improve student outcomes within a school community.
• Research, recommend, and model the implementation of evidence based instructional practices, with an intense focus on reading
• Provide staff on up to date disability specific information, parent engagement strategies and inclusive school environments
• Provide guidance on strategies to increase special education graduation rates, high school courses of study, social and emotional learning, transition planning, college planning, and a rigorous sequence of work opportunities.
• Provide guidance to schools regarding inclusion plans that help schools and special education teams provide services in all federal settings
• Guide schools to develop behavior and/or academic interventions for students
• Provide feedback to schools and special education teams regarding interventions within a behavior intervention plan (BIP) and to ensure BIPs are being implemented with fidelity

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Equitable instruction

Education

Urban multicultural education experience

Job description

Job Title:Teacher, District Program Facilitator (DPF)- Behavior ResourceSpecial Education (2026-2027)

Requisition ID number:104975

Close Date:No established closing date; open until filled

Organizational Unit:Special Ed Program 3 (10000968)

Site:Davis Center (0001)

FTE:1.0 FTE; 46 weeks

Union:Teachers(04)

Functional Area:Teaching

Salary Range:$53,629 -$112,065

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retirement plan

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Function: Special Education District Program Facilitators will provide guidance, leadership and technical support to schools and special education staff. Assistance provided to schools and special education staff will align with the core beliefs of the special education department that include the following; “whole” special education department philosophy, high expectations for students through rigorous core instruction, special education is a service and not a program, and we exist to support students in homes, schools, and community (Birth to 22)

ADAPTIVE SKILLS REQUIRED

We are seeking candidates who possess demonstrated leadership skills within a school/district environment. Qualified candidates should advocate for student learning, convey innovative ideas to school teams, provide strong interpersonal communication skills, utilize problem solving skills effectively, and guide teams towards equitable, evidence based instructional practices.

RESPONSIBLE TO

Andrew Meierding, Director of Special Education Programs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer 5 years of successful experience in an urban, multicultural educational setting
• Valid driver's license required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instructional training and coaching to special education staff based on teacher and ESP evaluation rubrics
• Continue development of common course descriptions, scope and sequence, syllabus and learning targets for continuity of coursework across MPS elementary schools
• Develop and lead professional development to a range of school members; both general education and special education staff
• Understand and develop special education school-wide service delivery models and programming
• Provide coaching to teachers on how to develop IEP goals and objectives that drive student instruction
• Provide coaching to teachers on how to monitor progress and how to plan instruction based on student data that accelerates achievement of special education students
• Research, recommend, and model how to implement academic , functional and social emotional evidence based practices to improve student outcomes within a school community
• Research, recommend, and model the implementation of evidence based instructional practices, with an intense focus on reading
• Provide staff on up to date disability specific information, parent engagement strategies and inclusive school environments
• Provide guidance on strategies to increase special education graduation rates, high school courses of study, social and emotional learning, transition planning, college planning, and a rigorous sequence of work opportunities.
• Provide guidance to schools regarding inclusion plans that help schools and special education teams provide services in all federal settings
• Guide schools to develop behavior and/or academic interventions for students
• Provide feedback to schools and special education teams regarding interventions within a behavior intervention plan (BIP) and to ensure BIPs are being implemented with fidelity

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

School environment; may involve lifting up to 40 pounds; and the ability to sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors.

Must be able to travel between sites supported.

Salary

Salary: 46 weeks - Teacher Salary Schedule, MFT local 59

Additional Information

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

• Cover Letter

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY

Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability or status with regard to public assistance.

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.