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Special Education Resource Teacher

Special Education Resource Teacher

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Job Summary:
1. Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
2. Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all
students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education.
3. Demonstrate proactive response to support students with emotional regulation difficulties.
4. Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for
success.
5. Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in
accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency.
6. Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional
media.
7. Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive
environment.
8. Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement.
9. Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents and other
professionals.
10. Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Qualifications:

High School diploma AND two years of college OR Associate’s degree OR MN passing score on ParaPro assessment.
Effective behavior management and health support skills, able to maintain routine in a student’s day.
Effective communication and teamwork skills for interactions with staff, students, and parents.
Experience working in a center-based and inclusion setting.
Must be able to perform the essential job functions, which may include toileting, catheters, lifting, medication administration, gastric tube feedings, health tasks to support student, pool, DAPE, ability to work outside.
Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Early Learning Assistant (Temporary)

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This temporary position begins in January and ends at the end of the school year.  This position will work 6.75 hours per day plus half hour duty-free lunch, Monday – Friday, school days only.

Job Summary
Assist in providing a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate learning experience for all children and families.

Job Functions

Plan and implement curriculum, as directed by the teacher or Coordinator.
Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom – organized, safe and inclusive of learning centers.
Prepare/maintain supplies, snacks, equipment/materials and classroom environment, as appropriate.
Develop and maintain positive rapport, communication and interaction with each parent, child and staff member.
Provide positive behavior guidance to all children.
Greet each parent and child, request information from parents to best support each child and their learning style.
Assist with separation issues to support each child and parent.
Assist in implementation of strategies to promote the development of each child’s social, interpersonal, motor and readiness skills.
Observe, monitor, and record each child’s development and behavior, as needed.
Follow all health and safety guidelines.
Assist staff and participate as a team member to provide a quality program.
Respect confidentiality of students, families and staff members.
Implement program policies, procedures and philosophy to provide an engaged, positive learning environment for all.
Respond appropriately to emergency or crisis situations.
Attend staff, community education, district or staff development activities/meetings, as directed or necessary.
Remain flexible to assume duties as assigned.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.