Summary
Description
Up to $10,000 Hiring and Retention Bonus Possible: through a grant from The Come Teach in Minnesota Program, licensed teachers who are American Indian or people of color and who move to Minnesota may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $5,000. A retention bonus equal to the hiring bonus may also apply. Learn more about this program here. St. Francis Public Schools is located in St. Francis, a northern suburb of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
District Mission Statement
“Our mission is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world.”
District Information
St. Francis Area Schools is located in northern Anoka County and southern Isanti County. We are a rural/suburban district, covering 165 square miles with our early childhood center, three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one ALC. Our school district annually educates more than 4,500 students and employs more than 750 staff members.
Application Procedure: To be considered for vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number. Applications received no later than March 21, 2024 will receive first consideration; position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education; a license in the area of Developmental Disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders is preferred. We are looking for a team-oriented individual that is comfortable and experienced in working with students with cognitive delays needing support in most areas of the school day (academics, social skills, daily living skills).
Summary of Duties
- Provide direct special education services for students who have disabilities
- Work with classroom teachers to facilitate opportunities for students to participate in the mainstream classroom.
- Provide work direction and support to the assigned Educational Assistants.
- Communicate with families regarding students’ educational programming and progress.
- Perform educational assessments of students as required.
- Ensure that due process requirements are being followed.
Contract Days/Hours
172 Days
The duty day is Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm
Salary
Based on the current Teacher Work Agreement, will negotiate based on qualifications/years of experience.
Job Description
Teachers-Special Education Teacher
For more information about this special education teacher position, you can also contact Katie Mitchell 763-753-7037.
The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
