Special Education Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Special Education Teacher, 1.0 FTE JobID: 9377 Position Type: Special Education/Teacher Date Posted: 6/26/2026 Location: Highlands Elementary Date Available: 08/24/2026 Closing Date: Open until filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student's educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,600 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district's early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program. Special Education Teacher Location: Highlands Elementary | Status: Exempt | Schedule: 1.0 FTE Position Summary: With the focus to support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission, vision, and core values, the Licensed Teacher is responsible for creating an inclusive environment where each and every student can discover their possibilities and thrive. Under the direction of the Principal, Director of Student Support Services, or administrative designee, the Licensed Teacher represents a broad grouping of diverse and different instructional positions responsible for presenting district curriculum in assigned instructional subjects, delivering and instructing students in accordance with lesson plans and instructional material, and evaluating and assessing student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree Minnesota teaching license(s): Academic and Behavioral Strategist Compensation & Benefits: Salary Range: The 2026-2027 starting salary range for this position is $52,926 to $124,444. Salary offers will consider the candidate's experience, education, skills, and the school district's budget. Experienced candidates should expect a salary offer around the midpoint of the salary range. In exceptional cases, salaries exceeding the midpoint may be offered to attract candidates for hard-to-fill positions or those with specialized skills. Such decisions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Benefits: Edina Public Schools provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as flexible spending plans. All employees participate in the state's pension program, the Teachers Retirement Association (TRA). In addition, employees can participate in the 403(b) retirement program, with eligibility for a district match based on the terms and conditions outlined in the employee work agreement. Eligible employees also receive paid time off in accordance with the provisions outlined in the employee work agreement. How to Apply: Apply online at www.edinaschools.org/careers. Application materials must include an ISD 273 application, letter of introduction, resume, educational transcripts, a copy of current license, and professional references. Closing Date: Open until filled Additional information can be found on the school district's website at: https://www.edinaschools.org/abouteps/departments/human-resources. All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval. Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Attachment(s):Job Description Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 6/27/2026