Position Type: Special Education/Teacher

Date Posted: 8/14/2025

Location: Multiple Locations (High-Needs School) Hiawatha Academies is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, and goal-oriented educator to join our team as a Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.

Job Summary The Special Education teacher will provide instruction to students with identified special education needs and strategically support the general education staff with implementation of Individualized Education Plans. The majority of our special education teachers co-teach in either Math or ELA. They work relentlessly to help all special education students access grade level material. 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.

Perks: Professional Development is scheduled into the calendar year and provides a time for all campuses to come together and celebrate our success.

Compensation: Starting Pay Range: $44,683-$80,456

Application Timeline: This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled.

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

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): Special Education Teacher Job Summary .docx.pdf