Rock Ridge Public Schools is accepting applications for two 1.0 FTE Elementary Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position:  Special Education Teacher - Elementary (2 Positions Available)
                  1.0 FTE

Location:  Virginia MN

Start Date:  August 24, 2026 (or as negotiated)

Salary and Benefits:  $47,598 - $90,420 (Pay and benefits follow the Education Minnesota Rock Ridge Local #7394 Collective Bargaining Agreement - available at www.rrps.org.)  

Position Overview:
Rock Ridge Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Education Teacher to serve in an Elementary Setting II/IV center-based program supporting students with significant academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. 

Program Description:
This program provides intensive, individual instruction, behavioral supports, structured routines, and functional academic programming in collaboration with families and service providers.

Staffing Structure:
Programming aligns with Minnesota center-based service expectations. Setting III programs operate with lower student-to-staff ratios, while Setting IV programs require intensive staffing supports, often approximating a 1:3 staff-to=student ratio or greater based on student needs and IEPs.

Required Qualifications:
* Valid Minnesota Special Education teaching license
* Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field
* Knowledge of IEPs, behavior strategies, and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in Setting III or IV programs
* Implement behavior supports and interventions
* Maintain structured classroom environment
* Collaborate with staff, families, and service providers
* Ensure compliance and documentation
* Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Duties:
* Support behavior systems and crisis response
* Assist with FBAs and BIPs
* Support staff and classroom management
* Collaborate with families and agencies
* Supervise students and daily operations
* Perform other duties as assigned

Application Process:
Please include a letter of interest, resume, and licensure.

Other Information:

• Home to many outdoor enthusiasts, our district is close to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Minnesota's top public golf course located at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort, and many other activities that encourage tourists to flock to the area.  You have the opportunity to live here!
• Educators enjoy a competitive contract and the mentoring support teachers new to the district need to be successful.

• Interested candidates are encouraged to ask about co-curricular opportunities as well.

  
  ISD 2909 Is an Equal Opportunity Employer.