Special Education Teacher, STAARS Transition Program

Category: Special Services/Teacher – High School
Date Posted: 9/23/2025
Location: Hastings High School

Special Education Resource Teacher – Hastings High School, STAARS Transition Program at Hastings High School (Ages 18-22)

Position Purpose

Under the supervision of the School Principal and Director/Supervisor of Special Services, the Special Education Teacher will work to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, social skills and other needs identified by the IEP team while implementing district approved curriculum; document teaching and student progress/activities and outcomes; address students’ specific needs; and provide a safe and optimal learning environment.

Compensation/Benefit Information:

Salary Range per the 2023-2025 Teacher Master Agreement $46,143-$82,658
This position is benefit eligible.  Please see the Teacher Master Agreement for details.
Qualifications:

Required Certification: Minnesota Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
Preferred Certification:  K-12 Minnesota licensure in one of the following licensure domains:  Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Emotional Behavior Disorders (EBD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Academic Behavior Strategist (ABS)
Education:  Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Become and maintain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), training provided by the district
Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and disability domains preferred.
Essential Functions

Leads and directs the implementation of students’ Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior management plans, including leadership and communication with regard to problem solving and proactive behavioral planning.
Conducts assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning, including Functional Behavioral Assessments.
Participates in Child Study Review Team discussions and assists in developing IEPs for students.
Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills to parents, students, staff, and administrators.
Ability to work with a team of professionals to meet the needs of students.
Ability to collaborate with and provide direction to paraprofessionals.
Proficient in meeting deadlines and managing daily record keeping and other due-process related tasks.
Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Director/Supervisor of Special Services, and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Application Procedure:Apply online at www.hastings.k12.mn.us
If you have questions, contact Deanna Gronseth, Special Services DIrector: [email protected] or 651-480-7008