Assistant Principal, Special Education Coordinator: Transitional Education Service Alternative Program (TESA)

Openings as of 3/29/2026

Assistant Principal, Special Education Coordinator:

Transitional Education Service Alternative Program (TESA)

JobID:

1902

Position Type:

Administration/Dean of Special Education

Date Posted:

3/24/2026

Location:

Various Dakota County locations

Date Available:

07/01/2026 INTERMEDIATE

SCHOOL DISTRICT 917

POSITION OPENING

Date Posted:

March 24, 2026

Position Title:

Assistant Principal, Special Education Assignment Location:

Supporting various sites across Dakota County, MN with the Transitional Education Service Alternative Program (TESA) Hours per

Day:

8.0

Schedule:

7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, following the calendar as assigned

Anticipated Start Date:

July 1, 2026

Contract Length:

2026-2027 school year, 225 day continuing contract including 10 paid holidays

Salary:

Starting at 105,434 (based on experience)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The assistant principal/special education coordinator for the Transitional Education Service Alternative Program, under the supervision of the assistant director/principal, supports providing leadership focused on the implementation of the district's core values. In this role, the administrator focuses on leading, modeling, and encouraging staff and students to live according to the core values. Of particular focus in site-level leadership are the core values of communication, innovation, collaboration, integrity, and personalization. The leader directs the implementation of special education programming, including academic and social/emotional learning, oversees staff and students, and ensures district, state, and federal policy and procedures are followed. The assistant principal/special education coordinator plays a vital role in providing leadership to create and sustain an environment that is focused on stewardship, equity, and diversity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide overall direction of the program personnel and students for daily operations in the absence of the assistant director/principal. Provide supervision, evaluation, and support for staff. Complete discipline paperwork, contact and notify necessary authorities for incidents. Create, coordinate, and maintain a master schedule of classrooms, courses, and groups for the year. Assist assistant director/principal with budget preparation and staffing. Primary liaison between site, other schools, students, and families for due process behavioral or other needs. Facilitate meetings and provide training to a variety of staff specific to the functions of the program. Consult, communicate, and work cooperatively with teams to provide appropriate programming for students and maintain a positive work environment for all. Comply with School Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the staff and student handbooks. Help to maintain the safety of all students and the environment. Utilize data to inform programming decisions and planning for staff and student success. Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond calmly during crises, when necessary. Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree and Minnesota Professional Educators Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) licensure in Special Education and administrative licensure (Director of Special Education and Principal preferred). Knowledge of school administration principles, practices, and procedures, laws, and administrative policies. Ability to understand student rights pertaining to disciplinary procedures. Thorough skill at operating database systems with general skill at operating standard accounting software and other office technologies. High level of skill at presenting ideas effectively in both written and oral format and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with administrators, member district personnel, local law enforcement, staff, and students that are maintained during high-stress and crisis situations. Experience with implementing positive behavior interventions and supports and the due process requirements for special education. Willingness and ability to work with students receiving intense special education services. Ability to become certified in Professional Crisis Management or similar crisis intervention program upon hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, leaning, and repetitive motions. Occasionally requires exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. Ability to tolerate sudden jarring movement, observe general surroundings and activities, perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and convey detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly via vocal communication. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may require the wearing of personal protective equipment. Locations are generally moderately noisy.

DISTRICT PROFILE

Intermediate School District 917 provides special education, career & technical education (CTE), and/or alternative learning for nine member districts in the south metro. Our programs are located in more than 20 sites throughout the south metro, including Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) where our district office is located. We focus on being purposeful, personalized partners within our community as we model an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff. The culture of ISD 917 is built on the core values of collaboration, empathy, innovation, stewardship, communication, integrity, personalization, equity, and diversity. Our programs are designed to provide high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students. We serve students from birth through age 21 in a variety of special education programs located in multiple sites. Our CTE programs are all located at DCTC, and our alternative learning program (Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) has two locations, one co-located in DCTC in Rosemount and one in West St. Paul. At ISD 917, we belong to each other, and no one is invisible. Mission (= Our Core Purpose) In partnership with member districts, Intermediate School District 917 provides high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students. Vision (= What We Intend to Create) Intermediate School District 917 models an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff. Core Values (= Drivers of Our Words and Actions)

Collaboration:

Working together to achieve more collectively.

Empathy:

Considering and respecting the perspective and needs of member districts, students, families and staff.

Innovation:

Ongoing improvement of programs and services.

Stewardship:

Managing financial and human resources carefully and responsibly.

Communication:

Multi-dimensional, transparent conversation focused on sharing information and creating a positive learning and working environment.

Integrity:

Aligning our actions with our values and beliefs.

Personalization:

Building on the strengths and addressing the unique needs of individual students.

Equity:

Intentionally providing opportunities while removing barriers at all levels of the organization.

Diversity:

Appreciating and valuing everyone's unique selves. Strategic Directions (= Focus of Our Improvement Efforts) Increase student achievement and engagement Support and lead staff through continuous improvement Deepen engagement of stakeholders through quality, equitable communication practices Increase social-emotional learning and skills for students and staff Increase support for ALL through inclusive practices sd917.org Intermediate School District 917 is an equal opportunity employer Postings current as of 3/29/2026 6:40:06 PM CST.