Special Education Teacher, Journeys Program

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Special Education Teacher, Journeys Program JobID:

1570

Position Type:

Special Education Teacher/ Elementary ABS/EBD Date Posted:

3/31/2026

Location:

Journeys Program in Howard Lake, MN.

Date Available:

August 2026

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:

Minnesota licensure in EBD is 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 JOURNEYS

The Journeys program is located at the MAWSECO Education Center in Howard Lake and serves children with behavioral needs in grades K-4. It is a multi-district program and is managed by Meeker & Wright Special Education Cooperative. Journeys serves young students with behavioral needs that cannot be met within their home school district. Typically, these students have not been successful in a less restrictive environment. Students receive academic classes, social and life skills which are individualized to foster learning and successful interactions with peers and adults. Most students function within the average range of intelligence, but may have learning disabilities or discrepancies in their academic achievement. Students are recommended for these services by their IEP team and with the approval of district administration. The students reintegrate, as appropriate, back to their home school as recommended by the IEP team. Referrals are completed and submitted to the district special education coordinator and reviewed and approved by the Journeys Referral Team.

HOW TO APPLY

Meeker and Wright Special Ed Coop #938 utilizes an online application system. Please visit the site to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/mawseco/OnlineApp/ If you have questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Elizabeth Sullivan at (612) 417-6491 or email at: esullivan@mawseco.k12.mn.us .

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. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 4/1/2026 2:28:01 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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