This position is to start the Fall of 2019. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for creating a program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible. Special Education Teachers provide instruction to assigned students implementing IEPs, and prepare academic materials for students following approved curricula. Special education case management includes preparation of IEPs, reports, assessment, and leading IEP team meetings. Experience with PBIS, and the willingness to be trained in co-teaching will be given preference.
Special Education Teacher – Elementary
TOSA – District Instructional Coach – Special Ed – 1.0 FTE
Posting dates: 03/28/2019 to 04/05/2019 or until filled2019-2020 School Year
1.0 FTE
Qualifications
Licensed in Special Education and General Education
At least 5 years of teaching experience in multiple grade levels
Preferred
Successful experience in leading professional learning
Experience in mentoring/coaching teachers
A strong commitment to team collaboration through Professional Learning Communities (PLC) including data analysis
In-depth knowledge of a variety of reading and writing instructional strategies necessary to support the Common Core State Standards for English language arts and state math standards
Strong working knowledge of modifications and adaptations across curricular areas
Experience with implementing curriculum resources
Knowledge of research-based best practice and strategies
Responsibilities
Monitor the fidelity and implementation of the English Language Arts and math programs through site visits, analyzing student data, and instructional coaching
Provide staff leadership to ensure understanding and promotion of the educational objectives with an equity and culturally responsive lens
Continue to pursue personal professional growth through attendance at workshops, conferences, courses, and current relevant readings
Work with Special Education Leadership, principals and staff to develop effective literacy programs, including selecting materials, training teachers, and monitoring & adjusting programs to increase effectiveness with an equity and culturally responsive lens
Work with Special Education Leadership, principals and staff to develop effective math programs, including selecting materials, training teachers, and monitoring & adjusting programs to increase effectiveness with an equity and culturally responsive lens
Assist PLCs and individual teachers with interpreting student data, using it to inform instruction, as well as designing and implementing formative and summative assessments with an equity and culturally responsive lens
Assist and support teachers who are new to the district
Coordinate student data collection with Curriculum and Instruction to summarize student results with an equity and culturally responsive lens
School Psychologist
Mounds View Public Schools has openings for School Psychologist. Please visit our website for info and to apply
Behavior Analyst
Provide consultative services to schools, assists with descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments and assists with interpretations of the results. The behavior analyst designs, trains staff, and supervises the implementation of behavior analytic interventions. This position will work with both sped/non-sped students in our seven member districts and ZED programs. We will be looking to hire two full-time Behavior Analysts for the 2019-20 school year.
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Special Ed Teaching
Mounds View Public Schools has several openings for Special Ed teaching Positions for the 2019-2020 school year. Please visit our web site at www.moundsviewschools.org
Assistant Principal – Cottage Grove Middle School
DISTRICT INFORMATION:
The South Washington County School district includes four St. Paul suburbs of Cottage Grove, Newport, St. Paul Park and Woodbury as well as portions of three other communities. Our district includes approximately 100,000 residents with 19,000 students enrolled in our schools. We have sixteen (K-5) elementary schools, four (6-8) middle schools, three (9-12) high schools and an alternative high school.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist the building principal in performing instructional leadership and management of the educational program to maximize student learning. Assist with managing, evaluating and supervising effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, goals and strategic plan of the school district. This includes instructional programs, co-curricular activities, and student management systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations and emergency procedures.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the principal in the overall operation of the school and serve as a building instructional leader.
- Support a school culture focused on learning and continuous improvement.
- Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and personal responsibility.
- Assist with developing and administering annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for all students.
- Continually monitor student progress and outcomes. Work with staff to improve student learning and achievement.
- Establish and maintain effective communication and public relations with staff, students, parents and community members through all programs and activities.
- Assist in preparing and managing budget for the building, maintain accurate budgetary records as required by district policies and procedures.
- Support creating a high performing staff through effective hiring and evaluation systems. Develop, coach, train, mentor and manage staff as directed.
- Ensure compliance with all laws, school board policies and school district procedures.
- Assist with supervising the instructional programs of the school on a regular basis to ensure the use of effective instructional strategies, content and materials consistent with research on learning, student growth and development.
- Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages staff and students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students.
- Establish a professional rapport with students and staff. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel. Serve as a role model.
- Participate in professional development workshops, activities and seminars.
- Perform other duties as assigned.