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Teacher – Emo Behavioral Disorder

Teacher – Emo Behavioral Disorder

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Responsibilities: A special education teacher will work in one of several special education licensure areas. The duties or each of these positions may vary. The essential functions of these positions include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties.

*Provide instruction in the core curriculum and special education area(s) for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies. *Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to special education students.

*Maintain a suitable instructional environment for special education students according to their needs; ensure that equipment is modified and materials adapted as necessary.

*Participate with other special education staff as appropriate to evaluate the special education needs of a student and to develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP) to meet the student’s needs; implement these plans in accordance with special education state and federal legal requirements and district practice.

*Maintain student records and ensure that they are in compliance with due process requirements.

*Support the Minnesota Graduation Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned.

*Evaluate special education student performance in accordance with the system used by the school and/or District; promote student achievement; ensure that progress is being made toward IEP goals and objectives; make related reports to parents, the principal and/or Special Education administration as prescribed or authorized.

*Maintain contact and communications with parents of special education students and work with them in the academic development of the student and to meet the objectives of the IEP or IFSP; participate in parent teacher conferences.

*Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.

*Provide indirect services to special education students in the special education category for which employed.

*Develop and present in-service training relating to disabilities and the educational needs of students in the special education category for which employed.

*Continue to seek professional growth and development in the curriculum area(s) for which employed; attend professional development required by the District. *Contribute to the District’s Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.

*Perform other related duties as assigned.

Student Support Specialist

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1.0 FTE Student Support Specialist @ McGuire Middle School POSITION SUMMARY: The Student Support Specialist enhances student learning by providing strategic services to identify and address social-emotional-behavioral issues that interfere with school success. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties: Intervention Services *Provide support to students with organizational, work completion and/or self-advocacy needs *Serve as a member of the building student assistant team; provide building staff with social-emotional-mental health resources and instructional strategies to support quality pre-referral interventions *Serve as a building resource for mental health; help others to recognize early warning signs and overt indicators of student distress or abuse and to take appropriate referral, intervention or reporting action *Consult with building staff regarding student specific social-emotional-mental health issues *Provide a positive, safe environment in which students are encouraged to actively engage in their learning *Serve as a resource and support for skills, grief and chemical health groups and implement classroom interventions in areas of concern for the students *Provide crisis intervention and support to students, parents and staff Collaboration *Assist in risk assessments of students with discipline and attendance issues *Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians; communicate with families about available mental health services and how to access the services *Serve as a liaison with community agencies and resources; assist with referrals as necessary *Locate and mobilize community resources to support students and families *Serve as contact person for students returning to school from hospitalization for or treatment of mental health and/or chemical health issues *Collaborate regularly with district chemical health specialist Professional Development *Stay current with best practices in social-emotional-behavioral evaluation and intervention *Conduct staff development activities on topics related to social-emotional-mental health issues *Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere at all times to the professional Code of Ethics

LTS Special Education Teacher

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Description: LTS Special Education Teacher – at East Junior High.

This position is from approximately November until January 20th.

Job Summary:

Special Education Teacher to work with a variety of disabilities.

Deliver direct & indirect services, monitor IEP progress on goals & objectives.

Follow due process and IEP procedures & paperwork, communicate and work collaboratively with families & staff.

Superintendent of Schools

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The Paynesville Area Schools is seeking candidates for the full time position of Superintendent of Schools. The successful candidate will begin work on or around July 1, 2018 and will receive a competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with experience and qualifications. The district’s mission is ‘Prepare students with the academic, social, and personal skills to be career, college, and community ready.’

Desired Qualifications:

*Knowledge and experience in the general administration of a comprehensive program of instructional and support services for pre-K through 12th grade students and community education patrons.

*Proficiency in communications and public relations including a record of positive involvement in the community. *Knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of instructional and support programs for learners of all ages. *Knowledge and experience in the management and development of school personnel.

*Knowledge and experience of Minnesota public school finance and school district financial management including budget development, deployment, and monitoring.

*Knowledge and experience in positive interactions with the local School Board and other governmental units.

School District Information:

*The Paynesville Area Schools serves nearly 925 k-12 students. In addition, children, families, and other district residents are served through early childhood and community education programs. Educational and support programs are delivered in two school buildings located in Paynesville.

*The district employs 147 licensed and non licensed staff members. The superintendent is supported by one elementary and one secondary principal. In addition, a Buildings and Grounds Supervisor, a Community Education Director, and an Activities Director are employed by the district. Financial support is provided by a bookkeeper and a payroll specialist. Support is also provided by an Administrative Assistant.

*The district is proud of a comprehensive program of studies, is in compliance with the provisions of MMR, ESSA, and supports a strong fine arts program. The elementary school has incorporated a PK-5 grade comprehensive program. The secondary school offers college credit experiences, PLTW programs and has a focus on building our CTE programs. Technology is embedded throughout the school program. The district is in its first year of a 1:1 technology initiative.

*The Paynesville Area Schools is home to a wide variety of individuals and interests. It is nestled in Central Minnesota’s lake country and is a desirable destination for outdoors enthusiasts. The school district supports vibrant agricultural, commercial and related industries.

*The school district’s operating budget is $12 million. The unassigned fund balance is nearly 1.4 million. *Additional information is available at the district’s website at www.paynesvilleschools.com

English 12th Grade Long-Term Substitute

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Minnehaha Academy is a Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education integrating the Christian faith and learning. The Upper School has a full-time, short-term English/Language Arts opening beginning around March 5, 2018, and lasting for 7-8 weeks. Teacher responsibilities will include five sections of 12th grade English: 2 sections of AP Literature and Composition, and 3 sections of English 12.