Teacher - Special Education (Resource)

Osseo Area Schools; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Professional growth opportunities

Benefits package

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Osseo Area Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Teacher to inspire and support scholars within the district’s standards and IEP goals. The role includes writing and implementing individual scholar goals, evaluating progress, and maintaining records.

You will work with guardians, enforce conduct policies, and provide varied modes of instruction, including in-person and online learning. The position is 1.0 FTE, with a focus on equity, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• MN teaching license in ABS or any special education licensure - multiple 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 license.
• Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Responsibilities

• Write and implement individual scholar goals and objectives under the IEPs used by the district.
• Evaluate scholar performance according to IEP goals and district standards.
• Maintain required scholar records and report to site/department licensed administrators.
• Communicate with guardians/caregivers and involve them in scholar development.
• Perform classroom management and enforce district rules and due process guidelines.
• Provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning as applicable; collaborate with others.

Skills

Knowledge of special education laws

IEP development

Compliance requirements

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration with general education

Communication and problem solving

Job description

Re-Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:Aug 31, 2026

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

• MN teaching license in appropriate field (ABS or any special education licensure - multiple 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.*

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

Preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and compliance requirements.
• Experience using data to design, implement, and monitor individualized instruction and interventions.
• Strong collaboration skills with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and support staff.
• Ability to build positive relationships and create an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Commitment to equity, continuous learning, and supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students.

Bargaining unit: Teachers

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

FTE: 1.0

Desired start date: August 31, 2026

Osseo Area Schools offers:

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