What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher, Trek Program position at Meeker and Wright Special Ed Coop #938?
Anticipated Start Date: August 2026
Schedule: 182-day contract per school calendar
Hours per Day: 8 hours
Salary: Placement per the teacher contract, based on education and experience.
Other Compensation: Mileage reimbursement based on current IRS standard business mileage rate for staff traveling on a regular basis.
Benefits: As outlined on MAWSECO\'s Summary of Benefits.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Special Education Teacher is responsible for assisting in assessing and identifying students with special needs according to Minnesota eligibility criteria. The Special Education Teacher plans for providing input, development and implementation of individualized education programs and instruction in academic and behavioral areas in collaboration with other educational professionals, parents and administrators. Depending upon assignment and license, Special Education Teachers provide specialized instruction in addressing student needs and learning.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Minimum of a Bachelor\'s Degree in Special Education
Licensure: Current State of MN Teacher License
Additional Requirement: Licensure in ASD, or DCD preferred. Other licensure areas will be considered.
ABOUT MAWSECO
MAWSECO is an agency of seven-member school districts (Annandale, Dassel-Cokato, Delano, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted, Litchfield, Maple Lake, and Rockford) that have joined together to provide quality services in the area of special education. We operate eight specialized educational programs, providing Federal Setting IV programming and support for students in residential care. Our mission is to provide quality special education leadership, services, and support that always meets or exceeds the expectations of those we serve. At MAWSECO, we believe each person has intrinsic value and the capacity to contribute to society.
ABOUT TREK
Trek is a federal setting IV special education program at the MAWSECO Education Center in Howard Lake, MN designed for students who have been identified as having severe communication or neurological disorders. The target population for this program includes students Kindergarten through Age 22 who have been identified with Autism Spectrum Disorders or Developmental Cognitive Disorders and exhibit behavioral patterns which negatively affect the ability to interact with peers or adults in the regular school setting. Trek provides program solutions to effectively create an environment of successful learners.
POSITION QUESTIONS
For specific inquiries regarding this role, please contact: Jill Sundblad, Program Administrator by phone (320) 543-1122 ext. 8128 or email jsundblad@mawseco.k12.mn.us
MAWSECO is an equal opportunity employer.