Teacher, Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)- (2025-2026) - Candidate Pool

Minneapolis Public School District • Minneapolis, MN

199d

About The Position

The Teacher, Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) position for the 2025-2026 school year involves providing quality instruction aligned to state and national standards. The role requires the use of various assessment strategies—diagnostic, formative, and summative—to inform instructional decisions and enhance student self-management of learning. The position may also require collaboration as a member of the campus STEM team to ensure quality integrated instruction across disciplines. The teacher will engage students in rigorous inquiry-based learning tasks that delve into the content of the discipline and foster habits of scholarship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
• Prior successful experience in student teaching or teaching in an urban, multicultural education setting.
• Demonstrated continued professional development through coursework, research, or peer collaboration.
• A valid Minnesota teaching license in ECSE or proof of pending approved licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Minnesota State Standards and District Graduation Requirements.
• Teach required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with peers to develop, plan, and implement best practices based on student needs.
• Assess students' developmental, cognitive, and social needs and provide appropriate instruction.
• Create safe, respectful, and engaging learning environments that are multicultural and developmentally appropriate.
• Communicate regularly with families to support educational decisions and utilize community resources.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees