Teacher - Special Education (Resource) (Long Term Substitute)

Osseo Area Schools; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Osseo Area Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Classroom Teacher to inspire students and support their educational journey. The role involves providing instruction, evaluating performance, and collaborating with colleagues. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and impactful work in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Mentorship programs

Professional growth opportunities

Summer opportunities

Qualifications

• MN teaching license in special education or valid license in another field.
• Willingness to apply for Tier 1 or 2 license if not currently licensed.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support curriculum goals.
• Evaluate scholar performance and maintain records.
• Collaborate with others and enforce classroom rules.

Skills

Special Education

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Position Type: Student Support Services/Resource

Date Posted: 5/15/2025

Location: Park Center Senior High

Closing Date: Until Filled

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• MN teaching license in special education, 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.*
• It is desired for a candidate to have a special education license, but not required. ISD 279 will request an out-of-field permission if the teacher does not hold a license in special education.

Benefits and Opportunities:

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

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each scholar with confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to the community, and engage in lifelong learning. Responsibilities include providing instruction, supporting curriculum goals, evaluating scholar performance, maintaining records, communicating with guardians, classroom management, enforcing rules, and collaborating with others. Willingness to participate in leadership activities is also expected.

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

For detailed functions and requirements, review the full job description at the link below:

Special Education Classroom Teacher

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• MN teaching license in special education, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
• If not licensed, willing and eligible to apply for Tier 1 or 2.*

*Additional info at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Preferred qualifications include:

• Having a special education license is desirable but not required. Out-of-field permission will be requested if not licensed in special education.

Bargaining unit: Teachers

Salary: Refer to the salary grid on our Employee Contracts page

Work schedule: The candidate will work all student instructional days and workshops, totaling 31 days.

FTE: 1.0 (Temporary from August 29, 2025, through November 21, 2025). Position has return rights per Teacher Transfer Procedures, subd. 1.)

Desired start date: 8/29/2025

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and support staff
• Summer opportunities
• And more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. It ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We encourage diverse applicants. More info at our District’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: Submit DD214 with your application if eligible.

Accommodation: For accommodations during the process, contact HR at [e-mail] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check: Conducted upon conditional offer. Must pass a background check, with criminal convictions reviewed case-by-case.