Setting III Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)

Owatonna Public Schools ensures opportunities for all students are realized in the classroom and in life.  We have eight great schools, over 900 incredible staff, just over 5,000 outstanding students and numerous community education programs for residents of all ages.  We are a close-knit community of educators with high expectations for our schools and its students.

Position Summary: 
Primarily supports Setting 3 specialized programming, and corresponding staff, with appropriate practices, procedures, and strategies to increase the success of students and transitions across special education settings.  Facilitates independent professional work surrounding Setting 3 to assist the Special Services Department, building principals, and educators in special education process and procedure, and legal and program compliance. Facilitates professional development and corresponding coaching regarding trauma responsive strategies, environmental management, behavior regulation, and specially designed instruction in content areas.  Acts as administrative designee when needed in Individual Educational Program meetings and Child Study Teams. This position will build meaningful relationships with students and staff and help lead the efforts to build a student-centered, culturally relevant, positive school culture. As a TOSA, the position may work in a variety of buildings and educational settings. TOSAs share in the responsibility for student safety and appropriate collaboration and attention to each student’s readiness to learn including needed guidance, discipline and welfare.

Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree, a valid Minnesota special education teaching license; and a minimum of five years teaching experience as a special educator.  Experience with Setting 3 preferred.