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Special Education Teacher-Homebound Instructor - Hopkins Public Schools
Posted on 2025-09-08 7:43:47 AM
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At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Position Summary:
Hopkins Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to support students with developmental disabilities through homebound instruction. This educator will create a structured learning instruction to address the student’s academic needs in math and reading. The teacher will receive support from related service providers through District 287, who also work with the student in the home setting.
Essential Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students' IEP goals.
* Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
* Assess student progress and adjust instruction to maximize learning outcomes.
* Provide direct instruction in functional academics
* Collaborate with related service providers and the family to ensure student access to instruction.
* Establish and maintain behavioral expectations that promote student engagement and independence.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress, IEP implementation, and required reports.
* Communicate effectively with parents and guardians through regular updates, conferences, and collaborative problem-solving.
* Support the mission and values of the school district through professional and ethical conduct.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
* Experience working with students with developmental disabilities, including those with moderate to more profound needs, preferred.
* Required Licensure & Certifications:
* Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education
* Licensure in Developmental Disabilities, DCD, or vision impaired
* Valid driver’s license (if applicable for job duties).
Required Knowledge & Skills:
* Strong understanding of instructional strategies for students with developmental disabilities.
* Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.
* Experience with assistive technology.
* Ability to differentiate instruction based on student strengths and needs.
* Effective collaboration and teamwork with educators and families.
* Proficiency in using technology for instruction and data collection.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
* Work is performed in a school setting with occasional travel within the district.
* Requires physical ability to assist students with mobility, transfers, and adaptive equipment as needed.
* Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
* Requires standing, sitting, and participating in student activities throughout the school day.
Hours & Compensation:
0.2-0.25 FTE - 165 Days
HEA Union Contract
Range: BA: $45,627- $65,024
MA: $50,702 - $82,203
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At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Position Summary:
Hopkins Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to support students with developmental disabilities through homebound instruction. This educator will create a structured learning instruction to address the student’s academic needs in math and reading. The teacher will receive support from related service providers through District 287, who also work with the student in the home setting.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement individualized lesson plans aligned with students' IEP goals.
- Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
- Assess student progress and adjust instruction to maximize learning outcomes.
- Provide direct instruction in functional academics
- Collaborate with related service providers and the family to ensure student access to instruction.
- Establish and maintain behavioral expectations that promote student engagement and independence.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress, IEP implementation, and required reports.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians through regular updates, conferences, and collaborative problem-solving.
- Support the mission and values of the school district through professional and ethical conduct.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Experience working with students with developmental disabilities, including those with moderate to more profound needs, preferred.
- Required Licensure & Certifications:
- Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education
- Licensure in Developmental Disabilities, DCD, or vision impaired
- Valid driver’s license (if applicable for job duties).
Required Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of instructional strategies for students with developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.
- Experience with assistive technology.
- Ability to differentiate instruction based on student strengths and needs.
- Effective collaboration and teamwork with educators and families.
- Proficiency in using technology for instruction and data collection.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Work is performed in a school setting with occasional travel within the district.
- Requires physical ability to assist students with mobility, transfers, and adaptive equipment as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
- Requires standing, sitting, and participating in student activities throughout the school day.
0.2-0.25 FTE - 165 Days
HEA Union Contract
Range: BA: $45,627- $65,024
MA: $50,702 - $82,203
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE
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