Special Education Teacher (SPED) - Minnesota School Based

Princeton Staffing Solutions•St Paul, MN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Princeton Staffing Solutions is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a self-contained Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD) classroom in a supportive public school district in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This W2 contract assignment is available to local or travel educators and provides maternity coverage from mid to late February through the remainder of the school year (June 7, 2027). The position serves students in kindergarten through second grade and is onsite, 37.5 hours per week, five days per week, for 16 weeks. The teacher will support students with diverse learning needs through assessment, individualized instruction, curriculum adaptation, and case management. The role requires a Minnesota Special Education Teacher license with a DCD or ABS endorsement, a bachelor's degree or higher in Special Education or a related field, and at least one year of Special Education Teacher experience with students who have developmental disabilities. Strong case management experience is required. Princeton Staffing Solutions offers referral bonuses, premium pay packages, weekly direct deposit, insurance and retirement benefits, reimbursement for licensure and continuing education, dedicated recruiters, and clinical support. The company specializes in placing special education and student support professionals in public, charter, and special school settings.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Special Education or a related field.
Valid Minnesota Special Education Teacher license with a DCD or ABS endorsement.
At least one year of Special Education Teacher experience with students who have developmental disabilities (DCD).
Strong case management experience.
Special Education endorsement or certification as required by the state or district.
Strong knowledge of IEP development, instructional planning, and classroom accommodations.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with diverse populations and disability categories.

Responsibilities

Assess students' academic, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Adapt general education curriculum and teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Provide targeted instruction in individual and small-group settings.
Track and document student progress toward IEP goals.
Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, administrators, and families.
Guide classroom aides and paraprofessionals on appropriate student support.
Participate in IEP meetings, student reviews, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians.
Stay current with special education best practices through professional development.