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Special Education Teacher, Elementary, .5 FTE- Level Up Academy
Posted on 2025-09-11 12:45:35 PM
Listing expires 2025-09-18 12:00:00 AM
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Description: Responsible for providing an educational environment where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for growth. Responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with district policies. This position is for a .5 special education elementary teacher for the 2025-26 school year.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the primary duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
* Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, providing individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
* Teaches district-approved curriculum.
* Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
* Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
* Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports. Communicates this information regularly with parents.
* Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
* Provides individualized and small-group instruction to tailor the curriculum to the needs of each student.
* Communicates regularly with parents outside the regular classroom day through newsletters, notes, phone calls, emails, and conferences.
* Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals.
* Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
* Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.
* Participates in a regular personal professional goal-setting process.
* Utilizes assessment and evaluation to develop IEP goals and align instruction to the individual student's needs in a special education classroom setting.
* Collaborates with regular education teachers in the development of modified and accommodated curriculum to promote student access to the mainstream classroom setting
* Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
* Classroom management techniques.
* Best practices, strategies, and teaching for varying learning styles and needs.
* Minnesota State Standards.
* Instructional design for students with educational needs in reading and writing.
* District policies and procedures.
* Disabilities and accommodations.
* Computer applications related to the work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation.
Driver’s license.
Valid Minnesota Teaching License in SPED.
Required Skills:
* Creating and administering individualized lesson plans.
* Interpreting and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
* Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
* Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
* Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
* Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
* Commitment to the District's mission, which is to ensure high-quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
* Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
* Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a school environment, utilizing standard equipment and requiring stamina to sit for extended periods of time, as well as the ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. The job also requires vision to read printed materials and computer screens, as well as hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person or over the telephone.
About the School:
Level Up Academy (LUA) is a free public charter school in White Bear Lake, MN. LUA emphasizes small, multi-age classes, personalized learning and intentional use of technology.
How to Apply:
1. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter, resume, and contact information for references to employment@levelupacademy.org<mailto:employment@levelupacademy.org>.
2. Applicant materials will be accepted until the position is filled.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.
Please visit us at www.levelupacademy.org<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.levelupacademy.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C32f0acae565c49e2530a08ddf15b00d2%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638932095352134173%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eMskpiiNH0QkvE72Cdza8jpf%2FcC0dkmDHxXhCoMUgbY%3D&reserved=0> to learn more about our school
Description: Responsible for providing an educational environment where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for growth. Responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with district policies. This position is for a .5 special education elementary teacher for the 2025-26 school year.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the primary duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation.
Driver’s license.
Valid Minnesota Teaching License in SPED.
Required Skills:
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a school environment, utilizing standard equipment and requiring stamina to sit for extended periods of time, as well as the ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. The job also requires vision to read printed materials and computer screens, as well as hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person or over the telephone.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the primary duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, providing individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
- Teaches district-approved curriculum.
- Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
- Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports. Communicates this information regularly with parents.
- Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
- Provides individualized and small-group instruction to tailor the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- Communicates regularly with parents outside the regular classroom day through newsletters, notes, phone calls, emails, and conferences.
- Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals.
- Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
- Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.
- Participates in a regular personal professional goal-setting process.
- Utilizes assessment and evaluation to develop IEP goals and align instruction to the individual student's needs in a special education classroom setting.
- Collaborates with regular education teachers in the development of modified and accommodated curriculum to promote student access to the mainstream classroom setting
- Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
- Classroom management techniques.
- Best practices, strategies, and teaching for varying learning styles and needs.
- Minnesota State Standards.
- Instructional design for students with educational needs in reading and writing.
- District policies and procedures.
- Disabilities and accommodations.
- Computer applications related to the work.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation.
Driver’s license.
Valid Minnesota Teaching License in SPED.
Required Skills:
- Creating and administering individualized lesson plans.
- Interpreting and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
- Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
- Commitment to the District's mission, which is to ensure high-quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
- Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
- Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a school environment, utilizing standard equipment and requiring stamina to sit for extended periods of time, as well as the ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. The job also requires vision to read printed materials and computer screens, as well as hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person or over the telephone.
About the School:
Level Up Academy (LUA) is a free public charter school in White Bear Lake, MN. LUA emphasizes small, multi-age classes, personalized learning and intentional use of technology.
How to Apply:
1. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter, resume, and contact information for references to employment@levelupacademy.org.
2. Applicant materials will be accepted until the position is filled.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.
Please visit us at www.levelupacademy.org to learn more about our school