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Physical or Occupational Therapist for Birth – 2

Physical or Occupational Therapist for Birth – 2

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Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
6/21/2018

Location:
Central Family Center – Early Childhood Programs

Description:
Full-time Physical or Occupational Therapist to provide services and consultation for students with special needs for Birth to 2.  Position to begin for the 2018/19 school year.

Job Summary:
Using the primary service provider model in early intervention, provide physical or occupational therapy direct & indirect services to students; monitor IEP/IFSP progress student goals & objectives; evaluate motor skills of students referred for testing; communicate and collaborate with educational staff and families.  The B to 2 team works on a stretch calendar.

Qualifications:
Licensed as a Registered Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OTR)

Working Conditions:
Office environment.
Must be able to travel between sites.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Application Procedure:
You must be a permanent employee of the district to use the internal application.  Substitutes are not considered internal applicants and must complete the full external application.

Apply online at http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us/ under posting number 3867.

Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.  Those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Dean of Students

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Position Type:
Licensed Position/Licensed Position

Date Posted:
6/21/2018

Location:
Sweeney Elementary School

Closing Date:
07/02/2018

Description:
1.0 FTE  Dean of Students (TOSA) at Sweeney Elementary.

Summary: The primary responsibility of this job is to assist the Building Principal in the performance of various leadership responsibilities; works collaboratively to provide high quality educational programs for all students; assists in student behavior management; and supervises non-licensed staff within the building.

Major Areas of Accountability:
Instructional LeadershipAssist in development and implementation of an effective staff development program
Assist with the development and implementation of the school improvement plan
Ensure the district’s curriculum standards are delivered effectively
Planning for Targeted Services
Student ManagementUnderstand and follow district policies as they relate to student discipline and communication
Lead the implementation of a school wide student management system
Supervision of building: halls, lunch room, etc.
Develop, implement, and evaluate student management programs and systems
Address transportation issues when needed
Understanding of special education and individual education plans to help manage behaviors
Monitors student attendance for all students and works with staff and county to implement attendance plans for individual student
Facilitate the implementation of the code of student conduct in accordance with school and system policy to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment
Accountability and AssessmentOrganize and coordinate school assessments
Train other staff on testing protocols
Assist in the disaggregation of the data to be used for future instruction
CommunicationsCommunication with stake holders in a timely manner
Communicates with staff, students, parents and community about concerns, activities and progress of the school.
School SafetyCollaborate with administrative team to organize and evaluate drills and safety protocols
Ensure a safe learning environment consistent monitoring of safety protocols
Performs related work as assigned.

Critical Skills & Expertise
Interpersonal Skills:Position requires highly developed interpersonal skills
Physical Involvement:Position requires occasional repetitive motions in using electronic equipment
Mental Involvement:Position requires responding to multiple and sometimes simultaneous requests from building staff for assistance
Position requires handling multiple tasks
Position requires setting priorities
Position requires conflict resolution
Maintains confidentiality in handling information
Need for accuracy
Working Conditions:Normal office conditions
Occasional offsite meetings
Supervision of Other Employees:This position includes responsibility for assigning work, providing training, and reviewing work product for paraprofessionals, clerical staff, custodial staff, food service and volunteers
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:A current teacher’s license issued by the Minnesota Department of Education is required.
Enrollment in or completion of MN administrative licensure program is preferred.
Experience:Extensive successful teaching experience
Successful prior supervisory experience in education preferred.
Special Knowledge or Skills:Knowledge of district policies and procedures, student management and discipline.
Proficient in technology and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, organize tasks, take direction from several sources, and give work direction.
Ability to be patient, flexible, and work with adolescents and families
Demonstrates an ability to think through multiple scenarios for a given situation and act accordingly, address and problem-solve complex issues, as well as learn from experiences.
Displays professionalism, self-confidence, assertiveness, and enthusiasm for working with others.
Equipment, Machines, Tools, Electronic Devices, Software:Ability to find resources to support the educational process

Job Outcomes:Demonstrates awareness and acceptance of diversity within cultures, lifestyles, and values systems of others.
Projects a positive, cooperative and respectful attitude with community members, parents, staff, parents, students, and other employees.
Provides the best opportunity for every individual student to reach his/her maximum potential.
Provides a safe and effective learning environment.
Application Procedure:
Apply online at http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us/ under posting number 3870. You must be a permanent employee of the district to use the internal application.  Substitutes are not considered internal candidates and must complete the full external application.

Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.  Those selected for interview will be contacted.

Early Childhood Behavior Specialist

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The Stillwater Area School District is looking for an Early Childhood Behavior Specialist. The Early Childhood Behavior Specialist will assist certificated teachers in providing behavioral support and instruction for short periods of time and monitor and collect data on behaviors.  This position is also responsible for providing safe, developmentally appropriate learning/ enrichment strategies to certified teachers, assist in managing student behavior, serve as a positive role model and be a supportive adult in the preschool classrooms.

This position is 20 hours per week Monday through Thursday.

 

Physical Education Teacher

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A full-time (1.0 FTE) Physical Education Teacher at Faribault High School commencing with the 2018-19 school year on August 27, 2018.  This person will be teaching secondary (9-12) physical education to regular and special education students.  Duties could include teaching swimming units as scheduled.  This position commences with the 2018-19 school year.

Special Education Teacher

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Aurora Charter School is an English/Spanish charter school serving primarily Latino students in the Minneapolis area. We are currently seeking two Special Education teachers​ for the 2018-2019 school year​ to better serve our growing Special Education population.

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Responsibilities:
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
– Provide Special Education instruction for individual students, small groups, and classroom support; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
– Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to students.
– Develop and maintain student IEPs; conduct IEP meetings; contact parents regarding student progress and meetings.
– Evaluate student performance in accordance with system used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the administration as prescribed or authorized by the director.
– Maintain contact and communications with parents of students and work with them in the academic development of the student; participate in parent-teacher conferences.
– Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
– Continue to seek professional growth and development in the curriculum areas for which employed; attend professional development required by the District.
– Contribute to the District’s inclusive workplace efforts by fostering a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment.
– Perform other related duties as assigned.