Intermediate District 287 is looking for Special Education Teachers for our Career & Tech Center located in Eden Prairie!
Intermediate District 287 is a west metro district for learners with unique needs. As an intermediate district, we provide specialized services, primarily setting IV special education, to students from 12 member districts in the west metro.
The Career & Tech Center program offers career courses for high school students that are designed to match the level of career readiness by focusing on skill development experiences, career awareness, and decision making that can lead to a college certificate, diploma, or degree.
What Makes Us Special:

• We are a trauma-informed district. We take into account past trauma and the resulting coping mechanisms when attempting to understand behaviors and best serve our students.
• There is a variety of support services in each school including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists and Student Safety Coaches. All of whom are student-centered and focused on building relationships with each child.
• Small class sizes - typically 6-8 students per class
• We value diverse perspectives and life experiences and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.
• To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video .

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is based on the Local 2209 Salary Schedule A
• Tier 3 or 4 ASD or EBD license may be eligible for $3000 signing bonus!!
• Generous Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid leave, pension, optional 403b, and an incredible employee assistance program (includes 6 free counseling sessions)

Requirements:

• Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Current teaching license in special education (ASD, EBD) OR a valid license in another subject area & willing to get an Out of Field license
• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2 Teaching License in ASD or EBD
• View the Job Classification

Commitment to Equity: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Interview Process:

• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Website: https://www.district287.org/workingat287

Email: hr@district287.org

Twitter: #287edchat