Position Type: Special Education/Teacher

Date Posted: 8/14/2025

Location: Hiawatha Collegiate High School (High-Needs School) Job Summary The DCD Licensed Special Education teacher will provide instruction to students with identified special education needs and collaborate with the general education staff with implementation of Individualized Education Plans. The Special Education Teacher will work under the direction of the Principal and in close collaboration with the rest of the Special Education Team, the Dean of Students, classroom teachers, and advisors.

Why Hiawatha? Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place. Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Core Value and Beliefs All Hiawatha Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness.

Anticipated Start Date: August 5, 2025 Anticipated End Date: June 12, 2026

Hiawatha Employment Logistics Hiawatha Collegiate High School students' school day is from 8:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Staff hours are 8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Monday-Friday. Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. All Hiawatha staff are expected to attend and participate in relevant evening family events to be held at the school. Application Timeline: This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

Attachment(s): DCD Licensed Special Education Teacher Job Description.docx (1).pdf