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Early Childhood Special Education Teacher/Early Intervention (.50 FTE)
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$67,320 / year median in Minnesota
+0% projected growth
Job Description
True Openings as of 8/19/2026 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher/Early Intervention (.50 FTE)
JobID:
7039Position Type:
Teacher/ Early Childhood Special Education Date Posted:
8/19/2026Location:
Harley Hopkins Family Center At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.Description:
Early Childhood teaching opportunity at Harley Hopkins Family Center serving special education students ages Birth through 3 years of age and/or 3 years to 5 years of age.Qualifications:
Early Childhood Special Education license required. This position works with infants aged birth through 2 typically in a home setting or in a classroom or community setting with 3-5 year old students. This candidate needs to have strong teaching and consultation skills in working with team members, staff in other settings, and with families. Teacher develops and implementsIEP/IFSP
goals and objectives within the home setting. Teacher has strong communication skills, strong passion and commitment to work with students from diverse cultures and economic backgrounds. Teacher has strong assessment skills in determining eligibility for ECSE services and for ongoing assessments of student progress. Teacher has a data collection system for tracking student progress. Teacher has an understanding of service coordination with other service providers and is knowledgeable about community resources to support families and students.Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in education or a closely related field.Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation. Driver's license. Valid Minnesota Teaching License.Required Skills:
Creating and administering individualized lesson plans. Interpreting and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations. Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities. Commitment to the District's mission, which is to ensure high-quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected. Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values. Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a home/community based or classroom environment, with moderate physical requirements; a job in this category requires stamina to walk or stand to a significant degree, working with special needs children; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a school setting. Travel required to locations throughout the District.Hours & Compensation:
0.5 FTE- 92.
Days HEA Union Contract Range:
BA, Step 0: $51,000.00 MA, Step 0: $60,228.00 Position specific Benefits information is available HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/19/2026 10:17:50 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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