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Occupational Therapist – Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

Occupational Therapist – Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of Occupational Therapist (ECSE) for the 2022-23 school year.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teachers’ Collectively Bargained Agreement.

Job Summary
Occupational Therapists provide a related service to support the special needs of qualified students with IEP’s, assigning, designing, and implementing appropriate therapies, preparing and maintaining appropriate records, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Job Functions

Provide direct and indirect Occupational Therapy (OT) to identified students in home or schools.
Train special and general education staff, parent and other team members on specific interventions.
Recommend and train staff, parents and/or students on equipment; observes student in various educational environments and provides recommendations; adapts and/or modifies materials.
Implement educational plans as describe on individual IEP/IIIP/IFSP and provide information for building staff as needed.
Maintain appropriate IEP records and reports.  Collect data on progress on goals and objectives for each student and meet all required timelines.
Maintain accurate up to date records in the areas of program data collection and third party billing.
Communicate effectively with students, families, educators, and administrators regarding student programs and progress.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision and values.
Work cooperatively with general education teachers and staff and provide building consultation, support and training as needed.
Create and maintain a professional working relationship with families and staff.
Conduct assessments, comprehensive report results, and follow Minnesota state criteria in area(s) of special education eligibility as well as mandated timelines.
Determine and complete purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
Participate in building and District level professional development activities.
Measure and document therapy outcomes and attendance.
Collaborate with district motor team to share best practices and new therapy initiatives.
Adhere to federal and state statute and rules related to individualized service and due process.
Perform all other duties and responsibilities in certification areas as directed by the Director of Special Services and/or the Building Principal.
Other duties as assigned.

Orchestra Teacher

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Teacher Level: Middle School 0.7 +0.3 Elementary

Total FTE: 1.0

Building Location: Discovery Middle school and District Elementary Schools

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

This position will have the components of working with elementary students as they begin orchestra at the elementary levels, and continue into the middle school where they will lead orchestra classes in grade 6-8, as well as provide individual and small group lessons.

https://alexschools.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=317

Special Education Evaluator

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Qualifications:

  • Valid MN Special Education License
  • Previous experience working with a variety of special needs desired
  • Knowledge and understanding of child find and special education due process
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Skill in administering and writing assessment reports within the timelines

Responsibilities:

  • The Special Education Evaluator works collaboratively with special education teams to conduct educational evaluations in order to inform the design of specialized instruction to students with disabilities.
  • Administer academic assessments to identify strengths and needs in the areas of academic skills and additional areas identified by the student’s educational team.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, school staff, and parents regarding students’ special education needs.
  • Adhere to due process timelines and complete special education paperwork in compliance with MDE standards.
  • Other job related duties as assigned

 

Administrative Assistant – Director of Student Services

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of Administrative Assistant –  Director of Student Services (Classification V) at the District Office.  This is a 12-month, full-time position, and reports to the Director of Student Services.

Job Summary
Provide clerical support to the Director of Student Services, and manage records and data collection including Special Education MARSS, procurement and tuition billing.

Job Functions

Manage requests for conciliation, mediation or due process hearings as provided by law, rule and district protocol.
Compile and maintain special education and MARRS records of all resident and non-resident students with IEPs attending school in the district, and manage necessary records to maximize tuition finance. This includes generating tuition agreements, managing Intermediate 917 and elsewhere acknowledgements and maintaining due process files in an orderly fashion.
Compile and maintain SPED child count data.
Generate reports and other data using various computer systems including Infinite Campus, Google Docs, Sped Forms, Excel, and MARSS.
Oversee homebound instruction records including teacher timesheets.
Generate purchase orders as needed in accordance with MDE fiscal requirements.
Manage timesheets for Special Education Assistants including non-public health services.
Manage staffing charts, including appropriate budget coding by department
Maintain and update special education records using appropriate electronic form.
Prepare annual reports for district, state and federal monitors.
Provide support for hiring process, including scheduling and interview packets
Receptionist duties for visitors and incoming phone calls.
Provide direction to the Enrollment Center regarding scheduling students with disabilities, homeless care and treatment, and 504 conditions.
Work with the Enrollment Center to arrange for special ed paraprofessional bus support when needed.
Work with the Enrollment Center to assure that all students receiving transportation from the Student Services Department have appropriate documentation including emergency phone numbers, alternative drop off locations, and IEP or 504 forms indicating the need for the same.
Manage Director’s calendar as needed.
Manage student files.
Model the 1B Learner Profile for students, families and staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Scheduler/Registrar

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Registrar
Chaska Middle School West
For Specific Information contact: Mark Shoquist at [email protected]

Start Date:  06/13/2022
Days/Hours: 3.5 hrs/day; 8:00am – 11:30am; M-F; 240 paid days per year (pro-rated for late start)
Banded Graded: B-2-2 (Tier 6)
Salary: $23.56 – under negotiations

Responsible To: Building Principal
Position Purpose:  Create and maintain the master schedule and student records.

Major Job Functions/Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:  see website

Benefits of Employment as of July 1, 2021:  Eligible for benefits as negotiated between Professional Support Staff (MSEA Association) and District 112.  This position is eligible for overtime and comp time.

Background check will be conducted.

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change.  Please make sure to check the eligibility of benefits as listed in the above agreement.

Application Procedure:  Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (only online applications will be accepted).