Special Education Teacher, Middle School Resource
Special Education Teacher, Resource Location: West Middle School FTE: 1.0 Starting date: Fall 2026 Compensation Range: $52,308-$123,452 (Depending on Education and Experience) Please see Wayzata Education Association Contract for more information Position Description Wayzata Public Schools is currently seeking a Special Education teacher with the ability, skills, and training necessary to work with a broad array of students with disabilities in a cross-categorical model, such that they can receive an appropriate education program in their neighborhood school. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties to be performed. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful, and engaging, as well as multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate.
Selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills.
Collaborates and communicates regularly with school staff and students' families in making educational decisions; uses family and community resources to support learning.
Regularly assesses student needs and learning, using multiple forms of assessment.
Responsible for case management and maintaining appropriate due process files.
Work effectively as a member of a high performing team.
Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development and pursues continuous improvement of one's professional practice.
Always keeps the students' needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making
Understands self-regulation and sensory processin...