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Director of Special Education

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Category: Administrative/Director
Date Posted: 5/29/2026
Location: District Office

 Job Description

Richfield Public School District is currently accepting applications for a Director of Special Education. This position will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the district’s special education programs serving students ages birth-22. This includes ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, managing special education staff, and collaborating with other district administrators, staff, students, and the community to meet the educational needs of students with disabilities. The Director also works on developing and implementing policies, procedures, and programs to support special education services across the district.

We are located in the heart of the Twin Cities Metropolitan area and serve a diverse student population in Richfield and the surrounding communities.   Richfield Public Schools inspires and empowers each individual to learn, grow and excel.

Special Education Teacher – Hastings Middle School

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Category: Special Services/Teacher – Middle School
Date Posted: 6/1/2026
Location: Hastings Middle School
Special Education Resource Teacher – Hastings Middle School / School Year: 2026-2027

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 starting at $51,970 – $90,683 per the Teacher Master Agreement.
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 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 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 all 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, Director of Special Services: [email protected]

Student and Staff Safety Manager

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • state and federal laws, regulations, rules, codes, and standards of workplace safety, emergency preparedness, restrictive procedures, and workplace environment issues;
  • how safety can impact students, staff, and other occupants;
  • social-emotional learning practices support student needs;
  • best practices with regards to emergency planning assessments, workplace safety, threat, and security assessments, emergency/crisis tabletop drills, and full-scale emergency drills;
  • best practices to promote and maintain security and safety of staff and students;
  • the student populations served in District 287 programs and the safety issues presented in different instructional settings;
  • essential workplace safety, and environmental concepts

Skills in:

  • the development of operational procedures and guides to workplace safety;
  • the development of procedures and guides for support of students and the de-escalation of challenging, disruptive, and/or aggressive behaviors;
  • strong training and presentation skills using interactive delivery methods;
  • organizational leadership and multi-tasking;
  • developing interpersonal and interagency relationships;
  • strong oral and written communication;
  • working with a culturally diverse population and the ability to navigate intercultural issues with sensitivity, awareness, and a high level of cultural proficiency.

Ability to:

  • work independently as well as collaboratively with teams;
  • expand knowledge of social emotional learning best practices with teams;
  • proactively identify and suggest ways to reduce safety risks and liability, prevent and manage workplace violence and improve school-community relations relating to safety;
  • perform assessments of safety-related issues and provide statistical analysis and reports to district leaders;
  • assess, plan, and deliver health and safety related curriculum to a broad and diverse audience;
  • initiate, innovate, be flexible, and follow through;

Essential Functions
The following identifies the essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

  • Lead the training, coaching, mentoring, and professional development of Student Safety Coaches;
  • Manages and oversees Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Everyday Behavior Tools, and related training
  • Collaborates with special education department for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Everyday Behavior Tools, and related training;
  • Leads critical incident and restrictive procedure data collection. Assists staff in analyzing and interpreting data to provide an objective assessment of the effectiveness of individual student and program interventions
  • Promote equitable student safety, behavior-response practices, and learning outcomes for all students;
  • Support using evidence-based social emotional learning practices in addressing student needs through use of community building, restorative practices, and other strategies;
  • Assists in planning, organizing, and implementing staff development and training on safety and security best practices, including the effective management of safety policies, programs, and procedures designed to enhance building safety efforts and minimize staff injuries;
  • Collaborate with the work of strategic planning teams to ensure site-based health and safety practices align with the strategic plan; manage site fire drills, lockdown drills and provide feedback; recommend improvements to site administrators and executive directors;
  • Assist administration in their efforts to develop and maintain Board policies and procedures in the areas of school safety and security;
  • Active participant in Restrictive Procedure Oversight Committee work;
  • Provide instruction to administrators on proper methods to review and strengthen site entry protocols;
  • Counsel and assist instructional, support and ancillary personnel in problem-solving activities pertaining to student behavior to determine appropriate solutions;
  • Provide support to staff at 360 meetings as needed;
  • Conduct safety planning and implementation of safety and crisis plans in conjunction with the District Incident Command Team;
  • Leads critical incident and restrictive procedure data collection. Assists staff in analyzing and interpreting data to provide an objective assessment of the effectiveness of individual student and program interventions;
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Director of Finance

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques;
  • Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply principles and practices of public administration with special references to governmental budget management and governmental accounting;
  • Considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • Considerable knowledge of Special Education Revenue and Special Education Tuition billing;
  • Considerable knowledge of the principles and procedures of personnel, payroll, purchasing, grant administration and contract administration;
  • Considerable oral and written communications skills; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
  • Considerable ability in the preparation and analysis of financial and statistical reports and ability to utilize EDP systems for financial management;
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Essential Functions
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties. Some functions listed may be more prominent than others depending on organizational needs.

  • Administers the staff and operations of the fiscal management functions including budget preparation and management, accounting, and financial reporting and analysis;
  • Develops, implements and evaluates department policies, goals and objectives;
  • Designs, develops and monitors department programs and activities;
  • Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;
  • Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding department policies and procedures;
  • Determines appropriate staffing levels and assists in the management, supervision and coordination of staff;
  • Designs and implements performance review standards for department staff;
  • Maintains contact with individuals within and outside of the department who might have an impact on department policy or program activities;
  • Directs financial planning activities including long and short-term forecasting;
  • Assists data processing experts in the planning and implementation of financial aspects of automated systems;
  • Utilizes automated systems for financial reporting and analysis;
  • Prepares programmatic fiscal/administrative analysis and impact statements on proposed regulations and legislation;
  • Manages fiscal services functions including budget, accounting, tuition billing, purchasing, and payroll;
  • Manages district cash flow analysis and investments decisions;
  • Develops and monitors internal control procedures;
  • Verifies accuracy and consistency of district billings;
  • Manages the District’s tuition rate setting, tuition billing and collections;
  • Manages and administers policies, practices, programs and objectives, in the assigned programs, projects and specialized areas of expertise;
  • Ensures timely completion of the District’s financial audit, and ensures implementation of any needed changes or adjustments;
  • Manages district contracts and purchasing requirements;
  • Maintains communications with member district business managers, obtaining and providing information and reporting as needed;
  • Administers the District’s grants and related activities;
  • Ensures the proper maintenance of financial records for the District;
  • Applies Minnesota Public School Finance (UFARS) and governmental fund accounting principles to departmental and District fiscal and financial needs;
  • Performs other related duties as they are assigned.

Position Details:

Location: District Service Center located in Plymouth, MN
This position is part of the Employment Guide for Administrators and Unaffiliated Employees
Salary: $137,000 – $180,000 and is dependent on experience and qualifications
Benefits: 

  • Low cost medical insurance
    • No-Premium Employee-Only Medical Insurance
    • Infertility benefits
    • $40 copay for outpatient mental health services
  • Low cost dental insurance through Delta Dental
  • District funded HRA account
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Optional health care flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Optional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Extensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions
  • Retirement benefits through PERA
  • Optional 403b with district match after 1 year
  • Paid time off
  • Mental Health benefits
  • Ongoing professional development

 

Career and Technical Education Instructional Technology Teacher: 2026-2027 School Year

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Category: Teachers Secondary/Industrial Technology
Date Posted: 5/28/2026
Location: Richfield Senior High

The Richfield Public School District is now accepting applications for a full-time Career and Technical Education Industrial Technology Teacher at Richfield High School, working with students in grades 9-12, beginning the 2026-2027 school year.

In Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving their dreams with the right educational foundation. Students in Richfield will receive a challenging, engaging and relevant academic experience, which will prepare them for college, career and life. You can be part of helping students succeed by joining our district to take your educational career to the next level.

Science/Chemistry Teacher: Alternative High School

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose