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Assistant Director of Elementary and Early Childhood Special Education

Assistant Director of Elementary and Early Childhood Special Education

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Location: Edison Administration Building

Date Available: 07/01/2025

Closing Date:  06/12/2025

WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, 260 days per year
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260 day Calendar

CLASSIFICATION: ROPE, Regular; D-6-1; Exempt

SALARY: $95,047 – $148,512 annually (prorated based upon hire date)
Click link below to review the 2024-2026 Rochester Operations Professional Employees (ROPE) Work Unit Agreement containing salary schedule.
ROPE Work Unit Agreement 2024-2026

BENEFITS:  Benefits available.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information.  Please reference the exact job posting.

Hiring Manager: Melissa Stenke, Director of Special Education

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4321 or email [email protected].

Job Summary:
The Assistant Director of Elementary and Early Childhood Special Education provides leadership, oversight, and development of special education programs for students with disabilities in early childhood through elementary grades. Under the direction of the Director of Systemwide Special Education Services, this role ensures compliance with state and federal laws, supports high-quality instruction and services, and promotes equitable access to education for all students with disabilities.

This position plays a vital role in fostering inclusive practices, driving continuous improvement in special education services, and collaborating with district and community stakeholders to support student outcomes and family engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Program Oversight

Provide supervision and leadership to coordinators, related service providers, and other staff as assigned by the Director.
Oversee special education programming and services in elementary schools and community-based early childhood special education (ECSE) settings.
Supervise Extended School Year (ESY) programming for ECSE and elementary students.
Ensure consistent implementation of district-wide special education programs aligned with district goals and compliance standards.

Compliance & Due Process

Ensure adherence to federal, state, and district special education laws, regulations, and policies.
Provide expert guidance to staff on due process procedures, timelines, and documentation requirements.
Serve as Out-of-District Placement Representative.
Assist in the Alternate Dispute Resolution process as needed.

Professional Development & Staff Support

Lead professional development initiatives including CPI and Ukeru training; monitor effectiveness and recommend adjustments.
Conduct teacher observations and support performance management in collaboration with principals and supervisors.
Participate in recruitment and hiring processes to ensure the selection of qualified special education personnel.

Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate with building administrators and act as a liaison for special education services, supporting communication and effective problem-solving.
Assist the Director in leading the Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) to foster partnerships with parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
Support internal and external communication efforts to promote transparency and stakeholder engagement.

Budgeting & Resource Management

Assist in the development and oversight of budgets and resource allocations for ECSE and elementary (Grades B–5) special education services.
Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal responsibility in program operations.

Crisis & Conflict Resolution

Respond to crisis situations and provide leadership in conflict resolution involving students, staff, or families.
Conduct Title IX investigations and HR-related inquiries as requested by the Director of Systemwide Special Education Services or the HR Executive Director.
 
Continuous Improvement

Support ongoing evaluation of special education programs and services.
Use data to inform decision-making and drive program improvement and equity-focused initiatives.

Other Duties

Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Systemwide Special Education Services.

High School Principal

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Summary of Job Duties:  The High School Principal serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of the school, planning and directing the instruction programs by ensuring the curriculum, instruction, strategies and assessment of student progress are coherent components in the teaching and learning process, administering school buildings and grounds operations, participating in staff, student and community activities, organizing, directing, evaluating and supervising assigned certified and classified staff, and related work as apparent or assigned. This position with the Faribault Public Schools commences on approximately July 1, 2025

Essential Functions:

  • Provide leadership in the development of the learning program; communicate with teachers to assure instructional programs are meeting the needs of the students and district.
  • Provide leadership in the development of the organizational pattern, curriculum and instructional program located at the school site.
  • Creates and maintains the health, safety and welfare of students, staff and parents; administers discipline in accordance with district policies within building and grounds.
  • Provide supervision and conduct evaluation of school district employees assigned to the school site.
  • Participate and contribute to district level administration; serves as a communication link between site and district
  • Supervise student assessment, placement, behavior and attendance.
  • Plan and direct the business operations of the site.
  • In cooperation with teachers, formulate and maintain a staff development plan that addresses the needs of the school site.
  • Facilitate parent, student and/or staff advisory groups.
  • Facilitate communication between school and home to promote parent involvement in the educational programs.
  • Facilitate external relationship building by developing programming that addresses specific and unique needs of local students.
  • Attend all regular board meetings to represent the building and grounds for the district.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Hands-on leader with the ability to develop and lead strategic operational initiatives. Thorough knowledge of practices, methods and techniques used in administering and supervising programs; comprehensive communication skills; comprehensive skill supervising and leading staff and programs; thorough skill monitoring and facilitating a budget; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to understand and apply governmental accounting practices; ability to establish and maintain effective models of behavior; ability to establish and maintain appropriate files, records and reports; ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, staff,  School Board, parents, students and the general public.

Faribault High School offers comprehensive educational programming for students that includes AVID, College and/or Career Readiness, Career and/or College Pathways, Intervention Programs (RISE), numerous AP, CIS, and other college based credit courses and many other innovative opportunities for students and families. The next principal will have innovative experiences to bring to the high school to continue the great work already in place and expand on current offerings.

Education and Experience: Licensure by the State of Minnesota as Secondary Principal. 6th Year or Secondary Administrative Specialist Certificate in education, education administration, or related field and considerable experience in educational leadership, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  Secondary administrative experience is required.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary compliments skills, experience and qualification with a 240 day contract range of $156,094-159,010. Faribault Public Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package along with attractive perks as a school district employee. The district supports a strong mission and vision with many opportunities to contribute to the overall organization and community. Additionally, our schools have several before/after-school activities and summer long programming.

Benefits/Perks include:

  • Comprehensive benefits package: health, life, long term disability, dental insurance
  • Substantial personal and sick days
  • Fully paid single health insurance
  • Generous 403(b) match
  • State pension plan
  • Enticing retirement packet
  • State of the art fitness center
  • Work-life balance culture

The new administrator will have access to useful technology devices, along with designated funds for continued professional development. This position is supported by a caring community of colleagues who value a healthy work-life balance.  In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the city of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics:

  • Centrally located on I35; driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
  • Many lakes with great fishing and boating opportunities
  • Revamped historical downtown with many fun shops, restaurants, brewery and distillery.
  • Concerts, movies, and farmers market in the park
  • Over 10 miles of paved bike trails within city limits; including access to the 100 mile Sakatah-Singing Hills Trail connecting from Mankato to RedWing.
  • Over 57 parks and amenities; including an aquatics park, BMX park, dog park, pickleball park, several outdoor ice rinks with warming houses, 743 acres of the River Bend Nature Center, and Alexander Park hosting several baseball diamonds, football and track field and the county fairgrounds.

Join an exceptional highly collaborative team of educational leaders today! Everyday our students and staff put their best Falcon foot forward.

Application Procedure:  Apply online at our District website at: www.faribault.k12.mn.us.

Application Deadline:  June 23, 2025 or until filled

Principal

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Position Salary and Benefits:

  • Minimum starting salary: $140,082.50, annually
  • This position is part of the Intermediate Principals Association (IPA)
  • Benefits including:
  • Low cost medical and dental insurance
  • 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 TRA
  • Optional 403b with district match
  • Paid time off
  • Mental Health benefits
  • Ongoing professional development
  • More details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits – Intermediate District 287

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and current best practices and strategies for a diverse student population.

Knowledge of:

  • theory and research in education
  • application of methods used in improving academic achievement
  • educational assessment practices and techniques
  • effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
  • academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
  • procedures, methods and strategies pertaining to the administration of an elementary/secondary level program operation
  • Minnesota State Academic Standards
  • school safety procedures
  • effective supervision and discipline
  • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
  • instructional technology
  • evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions

Skills in:

  • crisis management, handling emergencies and de-escalation techniques
  • effective problem solving
  • supervision and exceptional interpersonal skills

Ability to:

  • communicate well both orally and in writing;
  • plan, organize and coordinate the activities of an educational program
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
  • work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • coordinate and supervise staff and students
  • remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
  • multi-task complex issues
  • apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model
  • evaluate the instructional process

Essential Functions:

  • Plans, organizes, directs and controls the operations and activities at a District facility or major educational program(s);
  • Creates equitable school culture and climate for students and staff;
  • Coordinates all educational services provided by the facility or program;
  • Supervises educational staff in academic, vocational, and special education programs;
  • Evaluates staff performance;
  • Allocates resources within the educational program in order to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of service;
  • Ensures that the educational program is in compliance with Federal and State regulations and district policies and procedures;
  • Organizes staff schedules and school calendar to meet State and District guidelines and program needs;
  • Recommends policies and procedures that are consistent with the goals and objectives of the District and
  • Federal and State mandates;
  • Provides consultation to staff in curriculum development and program planning;
  • Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of existing educational programs;
  • Revises educational programs and plans, develops, and implements new programs;
  • Directs the maintenance of educational records;
  • Prepares written and oral reports;
  • Assists in the preparation and administration of allocated budget;
  • May direct the recruitment, screening and selection of professional staff.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and facilitate action on innovative ideas in order to achieve our mission.
  • Lead administrative staff meeting, leadership meeting, school improvement team meetings
  • Active participant in school equity team
  • Work with innovative instructional coaches related to instruction provided by teachers
  • Collaborate with teaching and learning related to evidence based instruction
  • Complete evaluations for staff each year
  • Engage in classroom walkthroughs and provide feedback
  • Meet with staff to discuss reflections
  • Supervise the work of Assistant Principals and/or Administrative Interns
  • Monitor and revise the non-staffing budget
  • Work with administrative support to adjust staffing allocations as needed
  • Prepare interview questions, interview licensed candidates and attend job fairs to recruit new staff
  • Complete written reports and create/deliver professional development to staff
  • Have meetings and engage in check ins related to facility and food service concerns