ESY Special Education Teacher

Title: ESY Teacher-Special Education DBM Classification: N/A Department: Special Education Salary Range: $31 per hour Employee Group: P.A.T- Teachers Prepared Date: March 2026 Reports to: Director of Special Education FTE/ FLSA Status: Temporary-Summer-Exempt Positions for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary are available. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES A Special Education Teacher - Extended School Year (ESY) is responsible for providing individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities during the district's summer ESY program. The role ensures students receive appropriate educational services consistent with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), with a focus on preventing or minimizing regression of critical skills. The teacher collaborates with families, paraprofessionals, and related service providers across multiple program sites to deliver structured, evidence-based instruction in a supportive summer learning environment. ESY PROGRAM DETAILS Session Dates: Monday-Thursday, July 6-9, July 13-16, and July 20-23 Program Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ECSE Program Hours: 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM ECSE: CELC Building Grades K-5: Peter Hobart Elementary School Grades 6-12: St. Louis Park Middle School T-Plus Program: Lenox Community Center DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver high-quality, IEP-aligned direct instruction to students with disabilities across assigned ESY program sites and grade bands. Develop and implement lesson plans targeting IEP goals in academic, communication, social-emotional, and functional skill areas. Adapt instructional methods, materials, and assessments to accommodate diverse learning styles and disability profiles. Utilize assistive technology and specialized resources to support student access and engagement. Collect and document data on student progress toward IEP goals throughout the ESY program. Ensure compliance with federal and state special education laws, including IDEA and Minnesota Rule 3525. Participate in IEP meetings and ESY eligibility determinations as appropriate. Provide accommodations and modifications in accordance with individual IEPs. Work collaboratively with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and building staff to ensure continuity of services. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and program updates. Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) and apply de-escalation and crisis intervention strategies as needed. Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment across all program sites. Supervise and provide direction to paraprofessionals and support staff assigned to the classroom. Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with district policies and FERPA requirements. Adhere to all district policies, ethical guidelines, and confidentiality requirements. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Special Education Laws & Policies: Working knowledge of IDEA, Minnesota Rule 3525, Section 504, and ADA as applied to ESY services. Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Knowledge of IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements. Instructional Strategies: Proficiency in differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and evidence-based teaching practices for students with disabilities. Behavior Management: Understanding of PBIS frameworks, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Assessment & Data Collection: Skill in collecting formative and summative data to track student progress and adjust instruction. Collaboration & Teamwork: Strong skills in working with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families across multiple sites. Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication with students, parents, and colleagues. Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to adjust teaching strategies and interventions as student needs evolve across a compressed summer schedule. Classroom & Behavior Management: Skill in implementing behavior support strategies and fostering a positive learning environment. Advocate for Student Success: Ensure students receive necessary support, accommodations, and services throughout the ESY program. Maintain Confidentiality & Ethical Standards: Handle sensitive student information with professionalism and discretion. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing & Walking: Frequent standing and walking throughout the classroom and school to assist students and provide instruction. Sitting: Periods of sitting while working with students, developing lesson plans, and completing documentation. Bending, Stooping, & Kneeling: Occasionally required to assist students with mobility needs or manage classroom materials. Lifting & Carrying: May need to lift and carry instructional materials, student belongings, or adaptive equipment (typically up to 25 lbs.). Some positions may require assisting students with physical disabilities in transfer…