Special Education Teacher - Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Empower students to reach their potential in a supportive educational environment by taking on this impactful, full-time Special Education teaching role specializing in Work-Based Learning. Starting as soon as possible and continuing through the end of the school year, you’ll work one-on-one with students at the high school level, helping them navigate both academic and career exploration paths.
What You’ll Bring:
- Valid Minnesota Department of Education Special Education teaching license
- Work-Based Learning License required
- Experience working with transition-age students receiving special education services preferred
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to data privacy laws
- Clean driving record (district vehicles used for student programming)
- Dedication to student advocacy and professional collaboration
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach Work-Based Learning seminars, provide direct instruction, and assist students with achieving IEP goals and transition activities
- Coordinate, supervise, and document on-the-job training and vocational opportunities, both on and off campus
- Maintain all work-based learning paperwork, including insurance, training plans, and evaluations
- Facilitate partnerships with vocational rehabilitation services, ensuring students and families are supported through eligibility and referral processes
- Organize job shadows, informational interviews, and career exploration programming
- Address barriers to student employment and provide positive behavioral supports
- Oversee job coach paraprofessionals and manage transportation needs for worksite placements
- Collaborate with IEP teams, school counselors, and administration to identify and support at-risk or disadvantaged students
- Track and report on individualized student progress, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
You’ll have the chance to make a tangible difference in students’ futures while working regular school hours in a single, supportive building. If you’re ready to use your expertise to shape lives and contribute to a vibrant learning community, apply today to begin making an impact!
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.78 to $48.78. 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.
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