Special Education Teacher in Anoka, MN

Make a lasting impact as a Special Education Teacher in a dynamic center-based behavior program serving elementary students who benefit from comprehensive behavioral supports and individualized learning strategies. This contract role offers a fulfilling opportunity to collaborate with a highly engaged team dedicated to helping students develop the skills needed for success both within specialized environments and as they transition back into general education settings.

What We’re Seeking:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education
• Minnesota State Licensure required
• Experience working with students with diverse disabilities—including Emotional/Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Other Health Disabilities (OHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) populations—preferred
• Adept at behavior management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and positive reinforcements
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with educational assistants, related service staff, and families

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and support a therapeutic classroom with a caseload of approximately 10 students, primarily in grades 2–5
• Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans
• Guide students throughout their reintegration process into general education settings, monitoring progress and adapting strategies as needed
• Collaborate closely with a team of 7 educational assistants and related providers to ensure high staff-to-student ratio and individualized attention
• Maintain a safe, supportive classroom culture that encourages social-emotional growth and academic achievement
• Partner with families, caregivers, and district professionals to coordinate supports and communicate regularly

You’ll thrive in a setting where every day brings new successes and challenges, and your expertise makes a real difference for children and their future learning paths. If you’re passionate about special education and ready to inspire positive change, apply now to help transform students’ educational experiences!

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.78 to $51.78. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.