Special Education Teacher - Transitions

Lionsgate Academy is a Public Charter School that specializes in educating students living with Autism or other learning differences.

SPECIAL EDUCATION TRANSITIONS TEACHER - POSITION:

• Teach Transitions/Functional Skills to nonverbal/limited verbal autistic learners
• Collaborate closely with Speech, OT and Case Managers
• Opportunity to regularly plan Community Based Instruction (CBI) for students throughout the school year
• Support students with growing their employment skills by “working” at our in-school cafe, Busy Beans
• No case management responsibilities
• Teach 20 students total, 3 separate groups with 5-8 class size

OUR SCHOOL:

• Small case loads:  Case Manager positions (no teaching)
• Special Education Teachers (no case managing) 
• Due process days and Mentor support

OUR STAFF:

• Collaborate daily with team members and are passionate about the work they do
• Have full benefit options including medical, vision, disability, HSA, FSA, 403b and free dental
• 80 hours Paid Time Off in the school year
• Work in a fun and rewarding community
• Have summers off and the opportunity to work Extended School Year

WE OFFER:

Salary Range:  $37,500 - $70,000 depending on education and experience

Similar positions:  Special Education Teacher, DCD, ASD, Transitions

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education
• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2 Teaching License
• Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree in Special Education
• Possession of a valid license in Autism Spectrum Disorder, in process of gaining ASD Licensure, or hold certificate with willingness to pursue licensure
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum