Teacher - Special Education (Long-Term Substitute; Transition Program)

Osseo Education Center; Osseo (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Professional growth

Mentorship programs

Summer opportunities

Job summary

Osseo Education Center is seeking a qualified teacher to serve as a Long-Term Substitute in the Transition Program for 18- to 22-year-old students preparing for post-secondary life. The role involves writing and implementing IEP goals, maintaining records, and collaborating with guardians and staff.

The position is a 1.0 FTE temporary assignment from 9/8/2026 to 10/19/2026 with potential extension. Immediate start date and district leadership involvement are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• MN teaching license in Special Education-Teacher Coordinator Work Based Learning; multiple licenses preferred, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.
• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement goals and objectives under the IEP for each scholar.
• Maintain required records and communicate with guardians/caregivers.
• Provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous instruction and manage classroom activities.

Skills

IEP experience

Classroom management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minnesota teaching license in Special Education

Out of Field Permission / Tier 1 or 2 eligibility

Job description

Teacher - Special Education (Long-Term Substitute; Transition Program)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Osseo Education Center - Osseo, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Osseo Area Schools - District 279

Job Details

Job ID: 5915107
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Osseo Education Center-Transition Program is seeking a qualified teacher to work as part of a dynamic team as a Long Term Sub providing instruction in the 3 areas of Transition preparing 18-22 year old students for successful post-secondary life.

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Provide instruction and support in the curriculum areas or program for which employed including writing and implementing individual scholar goals and objectives, evaluating scholar performance according to the goals and objectives on the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) used by the district, promoting scholar achievement, maintaining required scholar records, making related reports to the site/department licensed administrators as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent, maintaining contact and communications with guardians/caregivers of scholars and working with them in the development of each scholar, performing classroom management duties, enforcing district rules governing conduct, understanding and implementing due process guidelines following state and federal rules, regulations and district policy; make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district and the school and/or program for which employed; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning when applicable; work collaboratively with others. Willing to participate in district, building, department, or program leadership activities.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Special Education Classroom Teacher Job Description-Final

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• MN teaching license in Special Education-Teacher Coordinator Work Based Learning; multiple licensespreferred,OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*

*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB).

Bargaining Unit: Teachers

Salary : View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page

FTE : 1.0 Temporary (9/8/2026 through10/19/2026 but may be extended)

Desired start date : As soon as possible

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• ...and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District's Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran's Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
• Email: [e-mail]