Special Education Teacher - Setting 3 2026-2027

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 - Setting 3 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 in a setting 3 learning setting.
  
   
• 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 5�10 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 ABS, ASD, or DCD
  
   
• 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 15% 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 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.