Minnesota Association of School Administrators
POSITION STATUS: Full-time
CONTRACT DAYS: 220 per academic year
COMPENSATION: $60,000–$85,000 based on experience
LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: Administrative License or business degree preferred. Minnesota Teaching License required.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance
BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.
ABOUT NORTH LAKES ACADEMY:
Serving the Forest Lake and surrounding areas since 1999, North Lakes Academy provides a personalized learning environment designed to meet a wide variety of academic needs. Currently, we are consolidating to one campus that will serve approximately 400 students K-12. We’re a safe and caring community, connecting learning with the environment, and building curiosity and confidence from day one. NLA is truly the BEST place to be a special education teacher in MN, offering a unique environment where teachers are supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work. With a full time, on-site Special Education Director, you’ll never feel like you’re doing it alone—support and collaboration are always close by.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed as a Special Education teacher
Bachelor’s degree or higher in special education or a related field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in special education or a related field
Experience working with diverse student populations and individualized education plans (IEPs)
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with general educators, administrators, and support staff
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Experience conducting and interpreting educational assessments
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and behavior management techniques
Familiarity with Minnesota state special education laws and compliance requirements
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate & lead child study meetings
Chair evaluation team & conduct teacher components for all initial and re-evaluations
Coordinate paraprofessional schedules
Demonstrate organizational skills for keeping track of students in all settings, special education paperwork, and planning
Assure due process compliance by planning for and meeting deadlines regarding IEP development, evaluation process, and progress reporting.
Assist in program development and curriculum
Collaborate with the MTSS team to ensure seamless support of students while fulfilling child find requirements
Maintain effective communication with the director of special education, principal, special education teachers, and parents
Establish positive working relations with school staff
Other duties as assigned.
LEARN MORE:
NLA’s website: http://www.northlakesacademy.org
NLA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nlacharterk12
NLA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlacharterk12/
Hinckley-Finlayson School District
SLP Teacher
1.0 FTE for 2026-27
Job Description
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a 1.0 FTE SLP Teacher for the 2026-27 school year.
Institution Description
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students’ educational growth. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
Qualifications
A current Minnesota SLP Licensure is required for the position or the ability to obtain a Tier 2 license. An MA/MS Speech/Language Pathology is preferred for the position. An American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certification of Clinical Competence (CCCs) is also preferred.
Responsibilities
– Develops and administers SLP curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
– Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning.
– Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs.
– Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by the district.
– Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
– Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in PLCs and other monthly meetings.
Application Process
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected]. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.
Posting open until May 15, 2026.
Hinckley-Finlayson High School
Theater Arts
0.28 FTE for 2026-27
Job Description
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a 0.28 FTE Theater Arts Teacher for the 2026-27 school year.
Institution Description
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students’ educational growth. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
Qualifications
License Required is a Minnesota K-12 or 5-12 Theater Arts.
Responsibilities
– Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to teach 7th and 8th grade Theater Class.
– Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
– Communicates regularly with parents via Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
– Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
– Participating in building and department meetings and workshops in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
– Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
– Integration of technology into instruction.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Application Process
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected]. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.
Posting open until May 15, 2026.
Hinckley-Finlayson High School
Math Teacher
1.0 FTE for 2026-27
Job Description
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a Math Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Preference will be given to the person who has a 5-8 and 9-12 math endorsement.
Institution Description
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students’ educational growth. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
Qualifications
– 5-8 and 9-12 math endorsement
– experience working with both middle school and high school students
Responsibilities
– Develops and administers Math curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
– Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning.
– Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs.
– Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by the district.
– Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
– Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in PLCs and other monthly meetings.
Application Process
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected]. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.
Posting open until May 15, 2026.
BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.
ABOUT NORTH LAKES ACADEMY:
Serving the Forest Lake and surrounding areas since 1999, North Lakes Academy provides a personalized learning environment designed to meet a wide variety of academic needs. Currently, we are consolidating to one campus that will serve approximately 400 students K-12. We’re a safe and caring community, connecting learning with the environment, and building curiosity and confidence from day one. NLA is truly the BEST place to be a special education teacher in MN, offering a unique environment where teachers are supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work. With a full time, on-site Special Education Director, you’ll never feel like you’re doing it alone—support and collaboration are always close by.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed as a Special Education teacher
Bachelor’s degree or higher in special education or a related field
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in special education or a related field
Experience working with diverse student populations and individualized education plans (IEPs)
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with general educators, administrators, and support staff
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Experience conducting and interpreting educational assessments
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and behavior management techniques
Familiarity with Minnesota state special education laws and compliance requirements
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate & lead child study meetings
Chair evaluation team & conduct teacher components for all initial and re-evaluations
Coordinate paraprofessional schedules
Demonstrate organizational skills for keeping track of students in all settings, special education paperwork, and planning
Assure due process compliance by planning for and meeting deadlines regarding IEP development, evaluation process, and progress reporting.
Assist in program development and curriculum
Collaborate with the MTSS team to ensure seamless support of students while fulfilling child find requirements
Maintain effective communication with the director of special education, principal, special education teachers, and parents
Establish positive working relations with school staff
Other duties as assigned.
LEARN MORE:
NLA’s website: http://www.northlakesacademy.org
NLA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nlacharterk12
NLA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlacharterk12/