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Special Education Teacher

Northeast College Prep

Minneapolis, MN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Arabic Language, Case Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, English Language, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Spanish Language, Special Education, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Minneapolis, MN
POSTED
1 day ago
Position Type:
Licensed Staff/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:
3/4/2026

Location:
Northeast College Prep

Date Available:
08/19/2026
Champion Every Learner. Empower Every Voice.

At Northeast College Prep, we believe that all students including those with disabilities deserve a learning environment where their strengths are seen, their needs are supported, and their potential is fully realized.

We're looking for a Special Education Teacher who brings skill, heart, and determination to their work every day. In this K 8 role, you'll support a caseload of about 5 10 students, with a strong team at your side: a full-time Special Education Coordinator, behavior support staff, and colleagues who believe in shared success.

You'll teach, plan, assess, write IEPs, collaborate with general education teachers, and most importantly build the kind of relationships that help students grow both academically and emotionally.

If you believe that disability is not a limitation on potential and you're ready to bring both structure and joy to your work, this role is for you.

What You'll Do
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning space for students with a range of learning needs.
  • Deliver individualized instruction using pull-out, push-in, and co-teaching models depending on what students need to thrive.
  • Write and implement effective IEPs, conduct evaluations, and keep data current and compliant.
  • Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies to meet each student's unique goals.
  • Serve as a case manager for 10 12 students, leading communication with families and the IEP team.
  • Support and coach paraprofessionals assigned to your students.
  • Collaborate closely with general education teachers, related service providers, and the broader SPED team.
  • Step into classroom support or substitute for other SPED staff when needed.
  • Use de-escalation strategies and restorative practices to guide students through behavioral challenges with respect and care.
  • Monitor academic, behavioral, and social-emotional progress and celebrate the wins, big and small.
Who You Are

You're a teacher who believes that students with disabilities can and will succeed with the right support. You are:
  • Mission-driven. You believe in NECP's vision of educational equity and justice.
  • Detail-oriented. You stay on top of deadlines, documentation, and IEP timelines.
  • Relationship-centered. You build trust with students and families and lead with empathy.
  • Adaptable. You're flexible in your teaching approach, classroom strategies, and communication style.
  • Reflective. You seek feedback, adjust your practice, and always aim to grow.
Required Qualifications
  • Licensed (or eligible to be licensed) as a Special Education teacher in Minnesota by time of hire
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working with diverse learners and staff
  • Ability to manage timelines and meet all due process requirements
Preferred Qualifications
  • Licensure in SLD or ABS
  • Experience working with K 8 students in an urban and/or multilingual setting
  • Fluency or proficiency in Spanish or Somali
Why Teach at NECP?

Northeast College Prep is a K 8 public charter school with ~275 students in Northeast Minneapolis. Our community is vibrant, diverse, and committed to whole-child learning. Over 14 languages are spoken in our school; about 50% of students qualify for English Language services, and around 12% receive special education support.

We're a Responsive Classroom school, rooted in restorative practices and the belief that students should do the right thing even when no one's watching. We don't use extrinsic rewards to manage behavior we use relationships, dignity, and support.

At NECP, students take Art, PE, Arabic, and Spanish, and we integrate social-emotional learning into every part of the day. Teachers have dedicated planning time, a duty-free lunch, and the support of a collaborative, student-centered team.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and full benefits package.
  • Starting salary with a Bachelor's degree: $45,276
  • Starting salary with a Master's degree: $50,392

How to Apply

?? Apply here: NECP Application Portal

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Transcripts may be requested later in the process.

Questions? Email us at hiring@northeastcollegeprep.org

Northeast College Prep is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds especially those historically underrepresented in education to apply.

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