Special Education Teacher | Burnsville, Minnesota

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity as a Special Education Teacher serving 7th–12th grade students in a dynamic resource classroom near Minneapolis, MN. This full-time role offers the chance to foster student growth and collaborate closely with a team of dedicated educators and paraprofessionals.

As a valued member of the instructional team, you’ll work alongside two other teachers in a classroom of 20–25 students, ensuring individualized support and an inclusive, engaging learning environment. With additional paraprofessional classroom support, you’ll have the resources you need to help students achieve their academic and personal goals throughout the remainder of the school year.

Qualifications:

• Current Minnesota Special Education Teacher license (required)
• Experience working in resource classroom settings and/or with secondary-level students preferred
• Ability to collaborate and coteach effectively with fellow educators
• Strong communication skills for engaging students, parents, and colleagues
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, safe, and positive classroom climate

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and adapt IEPs for students in the resource classroom
• Plan and deliver differentiated instruction to students across a diverse range of abilities, grades 7–12
• Collaborate daily with two coteachers to support shared classroom objectives and strategies
• Supervise and coordinate with paraprofessional staff for optimal classroom functioning
• Maintain documentation of student progress and provide input at IEP meetings

This contract role runs from as soon as possible through the end of the school year, providing a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

If you are passionate about supporting students’ individual needs and motivated to make a difference in a collaborative, well-resourced setting, take the next step in your career. Apply now to inspire and empower students while working alongside professional, caring colleagues!

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.