Special Education Teacher
Fairmont School District 89, Fairmont, MN, United States
Position Type
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted
7/11/2025
Date Available
08/06/2025
Closing Date
08/04/2025
Job Goal
Appropriate interaction with all students and their parents, and work in close collaboration with other teachers within the department, colleagues, and the school administration. Demonstrate strong teaching skills, exceptional organization, appropriate classroom management, and be child-centered in all aspects of the position. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to increase student achievement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing content and relevant learning experiences within an age-appropriate environment.
Description of Duties
Design and deliver effective lessons that accommodate the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities, utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies. Establish and maintain a structured and supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behavior and engagement. Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with best practices in special education and comply with state licensure requirements.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the common core state standards, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning:
Plan and execute lessons aligned to Illinois Mandated Units of Study and Common Core State Standards
Provide differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs of the students
Adapt lessons for students with IEPs or Section 504 Plans, as appropriate. Participate in Special Education staffing with colleagues and parents
Write IEP goals and monitor the progress of the goals
Administer progress monitoring, benchmarking, and common assessments. Analyze data results to guide instruction
Have a working knowledge of RtI and the referral process
Submit lesson plans to the Principal or designee as required
Discipline students fairly and consistently, aligned to school district-approved policies and procedures
Maintain regular communication with parents
Maintain all instructional spaces, including the outdoor facilities, with the health and safety of the students and staff in mind. Report any unsafe conditions to school officials
Complete all records and reports required by law and as requested by the school administration on time
Meet accepted standards of professional behavior
Exhibit professionalism and commitment through punctuality and attendance
Attend staff meetings, professional development, and serve on staff committees, as appropriate
Contribute to fostering a spirit of teamwork and collaboration with all faculty and staff
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Passion for working with intermediate and middle school students
Illinois Professional Licensure and LBS1 endorsement
Adept at consistently incorporating technology in instruction
Experience with NWEA MAP, AIMSweb, EasyCBM, and IAR, a plus
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of the IEP process and timelines as required by law
Experience writing IEP goals
Driven to excel at teaching and learning
Highly motivated self-starter, with a tireless work ethic, needing little direct supervision
Sustain a culture of high expectations
Serve as a wholesome role model for students
Lead with integrity
Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Terms of Employment
Salary and benefits per the Teacher's Contract: $50,627 to $68,243 depending on degrees and years of experience. Fairmont School District 89 offers up to 10 years of experience.
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Start Date / Work Hours
8 am-3 pm - Monday-Friday, except on days when there are staff meetings, mentoring meetings, and committee meetings, which are held from 3 pm-4 pm. Late hours for P/T conferences and Parent Literacy or Math Nights, as well as 8th Grade Graduation, are required.
New Employee Orientation - August 6 and August 7, 2025 (8 am-3 pm)
Voluntary Staff Training Days (paid), but highly encouraged - August 4, 2025 (8 am-3 pm) and August 5, 2025 (8 am-3 pm)
Back-to-School Bash - August 7, 2024 (3:30 pm-5:30 pm). This is voluntary, but highly encouraged. It is a great opportunity to meet your students, families, and other staff.
Teacher Institute Days - August 11, 2025, and August 12, 2025 (8 am-3 pm); First day of school - August 13, 2025.
Any meetings that are not a part of the contract will be paid at $55/hr. Also, opportunities for after-school tutoring and summer school at $55/hr. Possibility of coaching positions per the contract.
If you need additional information, please send an email to tdaniels@fsd89.org or epatton@fsd89.org.
Reports to
Special Education Teacher reports directly to the Principal and/or designee
Evaluation
Evaluate annually by the Principal and/or designee
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted
7/11/2025
Date Available
08/06/2025
Closing Date
08/04/2025
Job Goal
Appropriate interaction with all students and their parents, and work in close collaboration with other teachers within the department, colleagues, and the school administration. Demonstrate strong teaching skills, exceptional organization, appropriate classroom management, and be child-centered in all aspects of the position. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to increase student achievement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing content and relevant learning experiences within an age-appropriate environment.
Description of Duties
Design and deliver effective lessons that accommodate the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities, utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies. Establish and maintain a structured and supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behavior and engagement. Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with best practices in special education and comply with state licensure requirements.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the common core state standards, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning:
Plan and execute lessons aligned to Illinois Mandated Units of Study and Common Core State Standards
Provide differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs of the students
Adapt lessons for students with IEPs or Section 504 Plans, as appropriate. Participate in Special Education staffing with colleagues and parents
Write IEP goals and monitor the progress of the goals
Administer progress monitoring, benchmarking, and common assessments. Analyze data results to guide instruction
Have a working knowledge of RtI and the referral process
Submit lesson plans to the Principal or designee as required
Discipline students fairly and consistently, aligned to school district-approved policies and procedures
Maintain regular communication with parents
Maintain all instructional spaces, including the outdoor facilities, with the health and safety of the students and staff in mind. Report any unsafe conditions to school officials
Complete all records and reports required by law and as requested by the school administration on time
Meet accepted standards of professional behavior
Exhibit professionalism and commitment through punctuality and attendance
Attend staff meetings, professional development, and serve on staff committees, as appropriate
Contribute to fostering a spirit of teamwork and collaboration with all faculty and staff
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Passion for working with intermediate and middle school students
Illinois Professional Licensure and LBS1 endorsement
Adept at consistently incorporating technology in instruction
Experience with NWEA MAP, AIMSweb, EasyCBM, and IAR, a plus
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of the IEP process and timelines as required by law
Experience writing IEP goals
Driven to excel at teaching and learning
Highly motivated self-starter, with a tireless work ethic, needing little direct supervision
Sustain a culture of high expectations
Serve as a wholesome role model for students
Lead with integrity
Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Terms of Employment
Salary and benefits per the Teacher's Contract: $50,627 to $68,243 depending on degrees and years of experience. Fairmont School District 89 offers up to 10 years of experience.
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Start Date / Work Hours
8 am-3 pm - Monday-Friday, except on days when there are staff meetings, mentoring meetings, and committee meetings, which are held from 3 pm-4 pm. Late hours for P/T conferences and Parent Literacy or Math Nights, as well as 8th Grade Graduation, are required.
New Employee Orientation - August 6 and August 7, 2025 (8 am-3 pm)
Voluntary Staff Training Days (paid), but highly encouraged - August 4, 2025 (8 am-3 pm) and August 5, 2025 (8 am-3 pm)
Back-to-School Bash - August 7, 2024 (3:30 pm-5:30 pm). This is voluntary, but highly encouraged. It is a great opportunity to meet your students, families, and other staff.
Teacher Institute Days - August 11, 2025, and August 12, 2025 (8 am-3 pm); First day of school - August 13, 2025.
Any meetings that are not a part of the contract will be paid at $55/hr. Also, opportunities for after-school tutoring and summer school at $55/hr. Possibility of coaching positions per the contract.
If you need additional information, please send an email to tdaniels@fsd89.org or epatton@fsd89.org.
Reports to
Special Education Teacher reports directly to the Principal and/or designee
Evaluation
Evaluate annually by the Principal and/or designee
#J-18808-Ljbffr