What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Special Education Teacher position at Sibley East Community Ed?
Position Type :
Elementary School Teaching / Early Childhood
Date Posted : 1 / 8 / 2025
Location :
Sibley East Elementary
Date Available : 2 / 3 / 2025
Closing Date : Open Until Filled
Licensure Desired : B-Age 6 Early Childhood Special Education or Other Special Education License
Start Date : February 3, 2025
Closing Date : Open Until Filled
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Elementary Principal, the Early Childhood Special Education teacher will work to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress / activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Leads the evaluation process and the development Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Qualifications Profile
Education
Experience
Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Other
Candidates with the ability to coach, direct, or advise activities are preferred.
Sibley East Elementary School is a newly constructed Pre-K thru Grade 5 campus located in Gaylord, Minnesota which is fifty-five miles southwest of the Twin Cities Metro area. The communities of Arlington, Gaylord, and Green Isle make up ISD #2310.
Per the Sibley East Master Agreement between the district and the teacher's union, the district may be willing to pay for an educator to acquire credits, certification, or an advanced degree to attain additional licensure. Qualified applicants with teacher licensure outside of the desired fields are encouraged to apply.
Internal and External applicants apply online at :
Sibley East Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.
