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Lunch Supervisor, Grades K-4 – #4989 Spring Lake Park

Behavior Paraprofessional – #4994 Spring Lake Park

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A Behavior Paraprofessional at Centerview Elementary School, helping to support Behavior Specialist teachers and students in grades K-4 to create and carry out behavior plans for both Special Education and non-Special Education students.

Primary Responsibilities:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to…

under the supervision of a Behavior Specialist, implementing behaviors plans customized and personalized for students to reinforce preferred behavior;
performing general data collection tasks for the purpose of progress monitoring student success;
having the ability and passion to work with students with emotional/behavior issues is essential;
working comfortably with students in individual, small group, and large group environments, in both general and special education settings;
working effectively with an interdisciplinary team, while having the ability to work independently;
working with school staff to provide behavior support to students in collaboration with teachers; and
participating in, and providing information for, team meetings related to student success and next actions.

Grade 2 Teacher – #4990 Spring Lake Park

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The successful candidate will be an individual who:
·       Speaks Spanish fluently
·       has experience with and interested in language acquisition
·       has a strong desire to work with K-6 school students
·       Want to work in multi-lingual and multi-cultural school community
·       be familiar with assessment for learning practices as well as how to provide appropriate interventions for students
·       has the ability to collaborate with their colleagues to discuss instruction and assessment to meet the needs of the students
·       possess a sense of responsibility for the learning of all of the students
·       has experience with technology strongly desired

… firmly believes:
·       the bilingual education prepares learners  to succeed in a globally competitive society
·       all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
·       in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs,       interests, and aspirations of students;
·       in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
·       in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success

Primary Responsibilities
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
·       teaching students in the area of grades K-6 General Education all subject areas in the target language of Spanish
·       assessing student learning and developing responses to learning
·       reporting and communicating to parents and families
·       engaging in professional development.

Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Special Education – #4996 Spring Lake Park

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With supervision…assist licensed teaching staff in the implementation of a comprehensive educational program;
work in Early Childhood programs that serve students ages 3-5 with autism, developmental impairments, physical impairments, other health impairments, and behavioral disorders;
participate as part of the program and help create classroom environment that is…multicultural/gender/ability fair;
developmentally appropriate;
favorable to learning and growth; and is
based on a commitment that all children can learn.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all expected functions and duties performed. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following…implement and maintain school programs and services for students with disabilities;
collaborate effectively with a lead teacher, while having the ability to work independently;
may provide personal care support to students who need assistance including, but not limited to, toileting, dressing, and feeding;
meet the District’s standards for employee performance and attendance;
successfully work with students with emotional/behavior issues and assist students with academic and social skills; and
perform related duties as assigned/requested.

Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructor

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Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructor

Position Details:
This position is currently a .75 full time equivalency (FTE) with the potential to increase to full-time based on student hours. The position currently serves adult learners in the Chisago Lakes, North Branch and Rush City area offering instruction both virtually and in-person. The anticipated start date for the position is August 16, 2021.

Position Purpose:
Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructors are responsible to plan, implement, and assess curriculum for ABE students. This includes, but is not limited to: General Educational Development (GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), US Citizenship, Adult Diploma, digital literacy, workplace skills, career and post-secondary planning, basic literacy and numeracy. Instructors will help monitor and improve student and program outcomes.

Essential Duties:

  • Curriculum and Instruction
    • Provide direct instruction in ABE content areas
    • Select and develop curricula which motivates and reflects the goals, needs, interests and expectations of the learner
    • Direct volunteers as needed
    • Facilitate volunteer literacy tutors/student matches
    • Establish and maintain an appropriate environment for adult learning
    • Demonstrate organizational skills for managing multi-level classrooms
  • Advising, Mentoring, and Counseling
    • Create and update individual learner plans and goals based on knowledge of adult student characteristics
    • Provide intake, evaluation, referral, placement and support for adult learners who contact the program
    • Design and implement a program that promotes student retention and goal attainment
  • Program Promotion
    • Seek out opportunities to promote the program
    • Participate in existing program promotion activities
    • Act as a representative of the program in the community
  • Data Management and Accountability
    • Maintain all registration and attendance data for ABE reporting requirements
    • Collect and monitor student data per MDE requirements
  • Professional Development
    • Attend district staff meetings and consortium meetings
    • Participate in regional and state in-service training
    • Complete all current/required state and district training
  • Other Duties
    • Perform other duties as assigned