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Speech and Language Pathologist – ECSE Birth to Five Year Olds

Multi-Lingual Teacher

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To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.

*  Teach curriculum of Farmington Area Public Schools.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as defined by the current teachers working agreement.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as directed by the principal.

*  Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.

Lead Counselor/Behavior Specialist (elementary) – 0.5 FTE

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Position Title:  0.5 FTE Lead Counselor/Behavior Specialist (elementary)

Start Date:  2024-25 school year

This position is part-time 0.5 FTE, located at  Wildwood Elementary.

Salary and benefits are part of the Teacher Master Agreement.

Minimum Requirements:  Must have a valid MN School Social Worker (Pre-K -12), School Counselor license,  School Psychologist license, or be able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Qualifications:

  • Must have a valid MN School Counselor license, School Psychologist license, School Social Worker (Pre-K -12).
  • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to deliver positive behavior intervention and support
  • Effective communication and human relations skills
  • Knowledge and skills in group facilitation
  • Collaborative problem solving skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Delivering individual, small group, and classroom interventions
  • Build positive relationships between students and building staff
  • Collaborate with building administration and staff to implement effective positive behavioral management strategies and de-escalation strategies.
  • Support and facilitate crisis management.
  • Support student success during non-academic timeframes during the day, including lunchroom, recess, transportation and other times.
  • Communicate with parents on Office Discipline Referrals and Bus Referrals and develop plans for success
  • Other job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Transportation Driver (Special Education)

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Worthington Public Schools Special Programs office is seeking to hire daily route van drivers and riders to transport students.  Applicants must hold a valid drivers license and pass a background check in order to be considered for employment. Routes are approximately 30 hours per week.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Title IX Notice- August 1, 2024

ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.

Paraprofessional, Class II

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Job Summary:

Under the direction of licensed special education teacher and/or related services staff, the Special Education Paraprofessional assists one or more students in accomplishing activities of daily living; instrumental activities of daily living, health related functions; redirection and intervention of behavior; and other tasks as are identified within assigned students’ IEPs. Special Education Paraprofessionals may be assigned to work with students who have special healthcare/medical needs, have behavior intervention plans or require other forms of specialized care.  Assists teachers by working with individual students or small groups, and performing related work as assigned.  Work is performed under the supervision of the Teacher and the general direction of the building Principal.

Job Qualification:

Must have a High School Diploma/GED and or College Degree. Or must be able to pass the ParaEducator Assessment upon hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age.

ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.

Senior Manager of Special Education & Itinerant Services

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies for a diverse student population
  • Knowledge of:
    • Theory and research in education
    • Application of methods used in improving academic achievement
    • Educational assessment practices and techniques
    • Effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
    • Academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
    • Minnesota State Academic Standards
    • School safety procedures
    • Effective supervision and discipline
    • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
    • Instructional technology
    • Current educational theories and practices
    • Evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions
    • Effective supervision, talent management, and progressive discipline
    • State and federal laws relating to students, special education, and District policies and procedures
  • Skills in:
    • Crisis management, handling emergencies, and de-escalation techniques
    • Effective problem solving
    • Leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills
    • Strong oral and written communications for grammatically-correct business correspondence
    • Expertise in Due Process and responding to MDE Complaints
  • Ability to:
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
    • Collaborate and communicate effectively with key stakeholders through a variety of methods
    • Provide leadership of behavior management and supervision
    • Remain calm in stressful situations, including interactions with demanding and/or upset customers and staff
    • Hold difficult conversations and deal with conflict or performance issues effectively and in a timely manner
    • Facilitate the resolution of conflict
    • Plan, organize, and manage time and resources
    • Exercise excellent judgment and decision making
    • Model District expectations for ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism
    • Accept constructive feedback and engage in continuous improvement
    • Work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
    • Lead and supervise staff and students
    • Remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
    • Multi-task complex issues
    • Apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model

 

Essential Functions
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

  • Organizational Management
    • Provide support to the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education and Itinerant Services for program budgets
    • Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education and itinerant Services in equitable and responsible distribution of resources
    • Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education and Itinerant Services with program and enrollment planning including Extended School Year (ESY)
  • Curriculum Planning and Professional Development
    • Provide leadership for the implementation of professional development
    • Provide leadership to implement best practice curriculum and instruction for students with disabilities
    • Assist with the development of programs to ensure equitable opportunities to accelerate growth for students with disabilities
    • Collaborate with coaches, Instructional Leadership Teams, and others on ensuring effective instructional practices and the consistent use of curriculum
    • Conduct program evaluation and data analysis to improve outcomes for students
  • Department Climate/Culture
    • Support Division of Special Education and Itinerant Services with developing and monitoring improvement planning and implementation
    • Participate in team meetings
    • Facilitate team meetings and update staff with pertinent information
  • Communication
    • Provide critical coaching and leadership to staff that helps ensure educational equity and effective interventions
    • Communicate with member district reps in regards to student programming and services
    • Mediate Staff to Staff, Staff to Student, and Student to Student conflicts
  • Policies and Procedures
    • Provide leadership for Special Education and Itinerant Services in District 287
    • Provide professional development in curriculum, instruction, service delivery, and due process
    • Provide due process support and direction to staff
    • Provide guidance, support, and direction with respect to fidelity of program implementation for students
  • Performance Management
    • Collaborate with Director, Assistant Directors, Senior Managers, and others to hire, supervise, and evaluate staff
    • Collaborate and carry out aspects of investigative activities as appropriate and necessary, in collaboration with an Assistant Superintendent, Executive Director, Director, or Assistant Director
    • Provide feedback, support and assistance to licensed instructional staff regarding Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSP), Three-Year Reevaluations, Child Study documentation, and other related areas
    • Provide ongoing formative feedback including walkthroughs on employee instructional practice/performance
    • Utilize problem solving and conflict resolution skills to resolve disputes and ensure students receive a free, appropriate, public education
    • Provide guidance/decision making during IEP meetings