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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

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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.

Director of Teaching & Learning

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Faribault Public Schools is seeking outstanding candidates for a full-time Director of Teaching and Learning to begin July 1, 2020.  The successful candidate for this cabinet-level position is responsible for developing and engaging faculty in initiating and supporting communities of practice in assessment and student learning. The Director will guide educators on how to effectively build, track, and revise curricular goals, learning outcomes, learning objectives and related assessments that establishes best practices and meets standards.  This Director will be part of a leadership team which supports and encourages community involvement with district goals and building school/community pride. The Director provides robust support to various committees serving as either the chair or contributing member (Technology, Staff Development, Curriculum Advisory).

Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early childhood center, three elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.

The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.

Essential Functions:   Plans, supervises, directs and initiates recommendations to the Superintendent of Schools concerning integration, technology,  English Learners, Title, assessments,  and gifted and talented goals. Directs, organizes and participates in district curriculum design, review process, instruction improvement and delivery, programs, materials and equipment selection and over all program assessments.  Reviews and interprets testing data and reports results; making recommendations to the Superintendent of Schools and School Board. Oversees and develops instructional budgets; reviews and approves grants and related budgets, maintains district-wide staff development funds.  Collaborates with all administrative departments to ensure robust inter-departmental communication, budgeting and protocols. Provides support to building administrators with the evaluation process of licensed staff.

Middle School English/Language Arts Teacher (2020-2021 School Year)

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Position Summary:
This position will be part of the traditional Language Arts program and could include Language Arts classes in grades 6-8. Primary responsibilities will likely be 6th and 7th grade Language Arts; however, the final schedule is still being developed. Strong background in reading strategies desired.

Qualifications:
Valid MN 5-12 English/Language Arts/Communication Arts teaching license required or Middle School License with Language Arts emphasis.
Commitment to an equitable education experience for all.
Demonstrated understanding of cultural competence.
Consistent and reliable attendance.

School Social Worker

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The Wright Technical Center – ISD #966 in Buffalo, MN is seeking a qualified applicant for a .5 FTE School Social worker for the 2020-21 school year. This position will primarily work with students grade 7-12 in the ALC program.

Position Description: The school social worker will help to foster an educational environment which is supportive of a student’s social/emotional and academic needs.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop interventions for promoting student academic and behavioral success in the classroom
  • Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions.
  • Help students develop communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Provide social work case management for students with mental health issues
  • Provide individual to students and their families as needed
  • Serve as liaison between school, family and community agencies
  • Assist parents with accessing community services as needed/requested
  • Provide staff training and parent education
  • Serve on the Student Support Team (SST) and district crisis team
  • Engage in individual, family and school crisis intervention
  • Other related duties as assigned

Elementary School Counselor

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School Counselor position is available at Wyoming Elementary to provide guidance & counseling services to elementary age students beginning the 2020-21 school year.

Application deadline: 5/15/2020 or until filled.