Summary

Star of the North Academy is looking to hire teachers in every grade level. Date of Availability: 2024-2025 School Year Date Closing: Until Filled Work Day/Year: Full-time, 1.0 FTE, Special Education Teacher. Star of the North Academy is a public K-8 charter school focused on closing the achievement gap. We seek to create a K- 8 school experience for young scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills.

Description

Primary Purpose:

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
  • Valid Minnesota teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments
  • At least 3 years teaching experience
  • Demonstrated competency in the subject area(s) assigned
  • Valid MN Teaching License Tier 3 or Tier 4

Special Knowledge/Skills

  • Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
  • Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
  • General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

  • Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP.
  • Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
  • Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
  • Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
  • Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
  • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
  • Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s)
  • Use technology in the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

  • Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
  • Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
  • Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

  • Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
  • Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
  • Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required.

Communication

  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers and the executive director.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Other

  • Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
  • Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Compensation:

Star of the North Academy's salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. In addition, Star of the North Academy offers a benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, Sick time, and other incentives.

To Apply:Please submit your resume and cover letter to mhaliti@snacharterschool.org

Pay: Up to $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Coon Rapids, MN 55433: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Teaching: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Teaching Certification (Preferred)
  • Special Education Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person