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School Psychologist

School Psychologist

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School Psychologist
**$5,000 Signing Bonus**

Position Location: Chisago Lakes Education Center – Setting IV Program
Note: This position is open as of March 12, 2025, seeking an applicant to start as soon as practicable, which could be yet during the 2024-25 school year or August 2025.

Position Purpose  
School psychologists provide direct and/or indirect support and interventions to students, consult with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals (i.e., school counselors, school social workers) to improve support strategies, work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies, and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed services. Through their work, school psychologists help SCRED member districts and buildings successfully implement a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework in order to: improve academic achievement, promote positive behavior and mental health, support diverse learners, create safe, positive school climates, strengthen family-school partnerships, improve school-wide assessment and accountability, and monitor individual student progress in academics and behavior.

Essential Duties

  • MTSS Implementation
    • Promote and assist in effective and efficient school-wide implementation of an MTSS framework for both academics and social emotional learning, in partnership with building administrators and teams
    • Facilitate the problem solving team (PST) in each building, ensuring that each PST is:
      • using standard data for decision making
      • defining problems in observable and measurable terms
      • collecting sufficient information for intervention planning
      • developing detailed intervention plans
      • evaluating integrity of implementation
      • supporting classroom teachers or interventionists in data collection activities
      • graphing intervention effectiveness
    • Participate in various data team meetings within each building
    • Provide consultation to parents and/or teachers regarding social emotional learning and/or academic difficulties, utilizing the SCRED 5-step problem-solving model: Problem Identification, Problem Analysis, Plan Development, Plan Implementation, and Plan Evaluation
    • Assist in conducting needs assessments to support various resource allocation and/or programming decisions
  • Special Education Leadership
    • Facilitate Student Support Team (SST) meetings
    • Attend special education department meetings
    • Serve as a liaison between SCRED and its member districts, in promotion of a positive, collaborative culture
    • Provide consultation on special education due process to staff and parents
    • Assist in the improvement of special education services (e.g., program evaluation, evaluation/service process, resource allocation, transitions), under the direction of SCRED Administration and the principal
    • Facilitate the child find process by assisting in responding to referrals for initial special education evaluations for students suspected of having disabilities
    • Assist in coordinating the reevaluation process for students receiving special education and related services
    • Administer and interpret intellectual ability tests, social behavior assessments, and adaptive assessments as part of comprehensive evaluations for current and potential special education students when necessary
    • Assist in the planning process for the provision of Extended School Year (ESY) services in building(s)/district of assignment
    • Assist with facilitating transition planning, including attending IEP meetings (as needed) for children moving from ECSE programs to kindergarten, elementary to secondary, or between buildings and programs
    • Support special education staff in reviewing progress monitoring data on IEP goals and designing appropriate interventions
    • Assist with state compliance review activities, including the implementation of any resulting corrective action plans
    • Serve as an active member of the SCRED Implementation Team (I-Team)
    • Plan and implement professional learning opportunities at SCRED and building(s)/district of assignment?
  • Academic Assessment and Services
    • Support building-wide academic screening processes
    • Complete diagnostic assessments in reading, math and written expression, as deemed appropriate by the Problem Solving Team or Student Support Team
    • Develop, implement and monitor the fidelity of academic interventions, as requested
    • Assist in ensuring compliance with child find requirements related to the implementation of Scientific Research-Based Interventions
  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Assessment and Services
    • Provide direct SEL services to individuals, small groups, classrooms or school-wide, as requested
    • Provide direct counseling services to individuals or groups, as requested
    • Complete mental health screenings and assist students,  families, and school staff in determining appropriate mental health supports, both internally and through outside agencies
    • Complete function-based behavior assessments (FBAs), when deemed appropriate by the Problem Solving Team or Student Support Team
    • Assist in the development of Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), in collaboration with special education staff to write Behavior Support Plans, and track BSPs data with integrity checks
    • Gather and organize data to assist teams in making manifestation determination, when needed
    • Provide behavior consultation services to general education and special education staff
  • Crisis Response Services
    • Facilitate crisis response procedures and participate in the school’s crisis team at the discretion of the building principal
    • Provide consultation in crisis prevention and response
    • Complete student risk assessments when necessary
    • Assist in completing student threat assessment activities when necessary
    • Provide an immediate response to students, families, and school staff in crisis situations and determine when a referral to an outside agency is needed
  • Other Duties
    • Perform other duties as assigned

Associate Director of Education Solutions – Career & College Readiness

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Position Title:

Associate Director of Education Solutions – Career & College Readiness

Salary Range:

Associate Director of Education Solutions – Special Education, Grade 14, exempt, $99,647.23 – $139,506.11 per fiscal year, commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

Assist the Director of Career and College Readiness in program development, implementation, coordination, and supervision of staff for the Career Pathways Program for regional school districts. The Career Pathways Program provides staffing support to schools to help build career pathways opportunities for students through partnerships with school leadership teams, higher education, and local businesses.

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Help develop procedures for an area of the organization and monitor their implementation.
  • Communicate the actions needed to implement the function’s strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organization’s mission, vision, and values; motivate people to commit to these and to do extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.
  • Act a business partner to key internal clients, providing high-quality professional services and a personal example to support improved practices. Build professional credibility and mutual trust. Represent the organization’s practices in a professional forum.
  • Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project/account team members and hold individuals accountable for achieving them; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team/personal objectives.
  • Signal opportunities for business performance improvement through small changes to the way work is done.
  • Take part in developing and executing diverse activities for educational program evaluation.
    Contribute to the formation of one or more elements of functional strategy through specialist expertise and insights, to ensure that the strategy meets business needs.
  • Plan, develop, and design support programs informed by best practice, evidence-based techniques, and service user needs to ensure that the programs support self-development and promote knowledge, skills, and resilience. Involves leading delivery of the programs.
  • Take responsibility for setting and managing area budgets so they align with organizational strategy.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education
  • Current teaching license
  • Minimum ten years of experience in the field of education
  • Experience in leadership
  • Experience with program development and management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in education or other related field
  • Two years of experience in leading or supervising teams
  • Expertise and/or experience in group facilitation and adult learning
  • Expertise meeting current and changing needs of education in the region
  • Expertise in the development of K12 career and college readiness programming and/or development of secondary career pathways

Location:

  • Applicants should be located near or in the counties we serve (Region 5) and be able to commute to the office and throughout the region at least 2-3 days a week for meetings and support.
  • On occasion may be expected to attend meetings or trainings at Sourcewell’s headquarters in Staples, MN, advance notice would be given to team member.

The application deadline for this position is March 16th. Please submit your applications prior to the end of day on March 16th if you wish to be considered. Application pre-screening and review will start March 17th.

*Sourcewell is currently accepting applications from all states, except the following: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington. Applicants living in or planning to relocate to a state not on this list are encouraged to apply. *

Sourcewell exists to empower community success. We stand with our partners in government and education striving to recognize and honor the differences in each of our community members. We are committed to removing barriers to equity.

Values

Seek. Be curious.
Empower. Be accountable and liberate others.
Impact. Be a difference maker
Full Time/Part Time: Full time

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40#LI-Hybrid

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

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Position Summary:
Administer district-wide employee total compensation programs and maintain accurate accounting of payroll and benefits processes within prescribed district parameters.

Position Requirements:
Post-secondary degree/education and considerable experience in business, accounting, human resources, or related field required. Technology proficiency in Google and database management.

Other Skills & Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the policies, practices, methods and techniques used in the administrative functions of a school office; thorough knowledge of prescribed school board policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment and administrative techniques; thorough knowledge of payroll and benefits program administration; thorough knowledge of accounting terminology, methods, theory and principles; thorough skill creating and maintaining various electronic and paper records; thorough skill using personal computers and related software packages, hardware and peripheral equipment; ability to follow detailed instructions; ability to maintain financial records and prepare financial reports; ability to present material effectively orally and in writing; ability to communicate effectively and exchange important information with employees; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with District and building staff, retirees, vendors, business partners and consultants. Ability to maintain confidentiality with employee information. Excellent organizational and technical skills. Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to work on a team. Demonstrated consistent and reliable attendance.

Schedule:
7:30 am – 4 pm M-F, 260 days/year

Rate of Pay:
C-4-2 // $60,632 – $86,611 annually depending on experience

Benefits for this position are as listed – Non-Affiliated – Exempt Full Time:
Health Insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family)
Dental Insurance (Single and Family)
$70,000 Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension
403(B) Matching Annuity Plan – up to $700/year match
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Time
Paid Time Off (vacation time)
12 Paid Holidays

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Elementary Principal

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Pine River-Backus Schools is seeking to hire a PreK-6 grade Elementary Principal to lead our school with vision, passion and a commitment to student success.  The Pine River-Backus School, located in the heart of the lakes area, has approximately 841 K-12 grade students.  Licensure as a Minnesota K-12 Principal is required.

Salary range:  $110,000-$120,000
Duty Days:  215
Benefits include group health and life insurance, personal leave, sick leave, 403b match and state pension plan.

Job Summary:  Leads and manages the operation of the elementary school, grades PreK-6.  Supervises all certified and non-certified staff, provides instructional and curriuculm leadership, plans and conducts communications with the school board, parents, faculty, staff and students.  Develops sound operational philosophy, implements research-based educational strategies and prepares required documentation.

Major Areas of Accountability:
Students

Assists in developing methods for evaluating students’ progress toward educational goals.
Maintains a system for reporting pupil progress to parents.
Maintains a student centered philosophy of education and considers welfare of the student as a paramount responsibility.
Directs elementary special education program and participates in staffings for special education students.
Directs the coordination of the Title 1 program and ADSIS.

Staff
Designs and implements a system for the observation, supervision and evaluation of school personnel.
Promotes staff morale and demonstrates a committment to professional growth including the planning of in-service and other professional growth activities for staff members.
Participates in and honors the leadership team process.
Assumes major responsibility in the recruiting, screening, hiring and assigning of professional and non-professional elementary personnel.
Oversees obtaining substitute teachers and paraprofessionals for the elementary school.

Administration
Develops student and faculty handbooks and manuals.
Works with the Director of Teaching and Learning to recommend to the Superintendent curriculum and courses of study for the elementary school.
Oversees pupil registrations, class loads and such phases of pupil accounting as are considered essential and develops and guides an acceptable program of guidance, counseling and testing.
Prepares and monitors program budgets for the allocation of the resources of the elementary school in cooperation with the Business Manager.
Approves requisitions for supplies and equipment for all elementary departments.
Makes recommendations regarding the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials.
Administers safety and security procedures for the building, equipment, grounds and transportation related to the elementary school.
Participates in the planning and supervision of fire drills, emergency preparedness program and all other school crisis and civil incidents, providing for the safety and well being of students and staff.
Plans, conducts and attends meetings with students, staff, parents, school board and community members.
Supervises the submission of federal, state and district office reports, acknowledging and adhering to statutes and school district policies.
Makes periodic reports to the Superintendent containing pertinent information relative to school activities, school progress, school discipline, personnel reports, etc.
Prepares reports and presents to the school board as requested by the Superintendent.
Implements negotiated contracts, as necessary.
Maintains professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences and professional readings.
Serves as liaison between school, staff, students and the community interpreting school district policy and responding to written, telephone and personal requests for information from all district clients.

Experience
Administrative experience preferred but not required.
Three years of teaching experience mandatory.

 

 

 

Paraprofessional, Class I

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Job Summary:

Under the direction of the teacher and/or the building principal and guidance of the classroom teacher, performs a variety of duties involved in the educational support of students.  The Educational Paraprofessional monitors students, supports in behavior and discipline needs, and works with students to reinforce material that are introduced by the teacher.

Job Qualification:

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

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending AccountMedical / Dependent Care
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Worker’s Compensation
Retirement

403b
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA)
Other Benefits

Sick Time
Personal Days
Paid Holidays
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.

Executive Director of Operations

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POSITION:  Executive Director of Operations

LOCATION:  District Administrative Office

TYPE OF POSITION:  Exempt Individual Executive Contract – 230 Days

COMPENSATION:  Salary range of $130,000 – $150,000 depending on experience and qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required
Master’s degree in education, business administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five or more years of direct operational leadership experience
Five or more years of administrative and supervisory experience
Skilled in leadership core competencies including: strategic leadership, collaboration, judgment; communication, planning and execution, knowledge; initiative; adaptability; self-management; motivation and courage; cultural competence
Preferred
Certified Professional Accountant Certification
Experience with state budgeting systems related to school districts
Experience with emergency preparedness and crisis response systems
Experience with project management for a medium or large organization

Other Qualifications:
Ability to effectively engage and support a diverse community of students, staff, family and community members in alignment with the district’s mission with demonstrated sensitivity and awareness regarding issues of race and culture
Excellent written and oral communication skills including experience with effective presentations to large groups
Strong relationship skills including coaching and consulting skills, the ability to effectively manage conflict, and the ability to lead and develop high functioning teams
Commitment to excellence and accountability in meeting the goals of the school district
Acts in accordance with professional ethics, state and federal laws and regulations, and district policies and procedures.

Position Summary:
The Executive Director of Operations is responsible to set vision, provide leadership and ensure continuous improvement of Nutritional Services, Transportation, and Buildings and Grounds  departments of the school district in alignment with the mission and strategic plan of the organization. As a member of the Superintendent’s executive leadership team and cabinet, the Executive Director of Operations is responsible to support the overall leadership of the district and to oversee the effective management of these essential operational departments. The Executive Director will support facilities management and the efficient operations of the district including school safety, emergency planning and crisis management and partnerships with local law enforcement agencies.

Essential Functions:
Core Leadership Competencies
Strategic Leadership: Develop and communicate vision for area of responsibility; align function with the mission and core values of the organization; champion change and innovation; work with teams to set shared goals and standards for their work, examine data regarding effectiveness, and take action to meet standards
Collaboration: Foster cooperation across departmental boundaries; make and keep rigorous promises; establish and maintain effective relationships; communicate a vision for success, engage stakeholders and motivate others to take action for shared purposes
Judgment: Analyze issues and seek multiple perspectives before making decisions; use sound judgment considering immediate and long-term impact of decisions, and apply systems thinking; engage in decisive and responsive decision-making and consultative support to management partners
Communication: Foster two-way, open communication; listen and respond with empathy; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; apply meeting protocol; produce thorough and accurate reports; communicate effectively in public presentations
Planning and Execution: Focus organization on high priority objectives; foster alignment; establish specific measurable objectives; manage and improve processes; practice effective project management to achieve goals; hold staff accountable
Business Knowledge: Apply technical/functional expertise; provide thorough analysis; understand and manage technology and other resources for maximum impact on productivity; identify trends or challenges in the areas of responsibility and review and interpret data to recommend and/or deploy strategies to initiate system change and make district wide improvements in educational or administrative practices
Self-Management: Inspire trust; demonstrate adaptability and flexibility; practice good boundaries and confidentiality when required; engage in growth and self-development
Motivation and Courage: Drive for results; take a stand for the organization; take responsibility; press back against obstacles and patterns that impede progress
Cultural Competence: Work intentionally with an equity lens in analyzing the impact of race, culture, gender, socioeconomic status and other protected class considerations in all aspects of the organization; model cultural sensitivity and responsiveness and lead district and department work to support equitable access and achievement for all students and respect, inclusion and fairness for employees

Executive Level Leadership
Communicate with local, state and federal governmental agencies on matters that pertain to school operations
Build relationships and leverage partnerships with community organizations that will benefit district stakeholders
Represent the school district in a positive and professional manner at various district and community functions, at state and local organizations, and as a liaison to various partners
Work directly with parents/guardians, community partners and other stakeholders to address interests and resolve concerns
Provide leadership and support to principals, directors, supervisors, and coordinators to establish and communicate district processes, practices, policies and procedures
Meet with school board members, attend all school board meetings and work sessions, prepare information for the superintendent and board, and make school board presentations pertaining to areas of responsibility
Develop, revise, recommend and/or communicate school board policy and administrative procedures pertaining to areas of responsibility
Ensure continuous improvement by analyzing data, setting performance goals, monitoring standards for performance, aligning resources and prioritizing activities to achieve maximum results
Stay current with local, state and federal legislation in areas of responsibility and analyze local impact for communication to superintendent and staff
Model and require effective and efficient use of district resources and ethical conduct and practice as a public employee and in one’s area of licensure or certification

Department Administration
Supervise the financial and operational performance of the district’s transportation, nutritional services, buildings and grounds departments and school safety plans, including the following:
Facilities: Responsible for planning, renovation, remodeling and maintenance of all district facilities
Transportation: Responsible for the transportation of eligible students to and from school
Nutrition Services: Responsible for the planning and preparation of meals and the food service throughout the district
Security and Emergency Management: Responsible for implementing and evaluating safety-related services, personnel and equipment and partnership relationships with local law enforcement agencies
Print, Copy, Mail: Responsible for the systems related to the creation, distribution and records retention of printed materials for the school district
Oversee the development and implementation of meaningful systems for supervision of Building and Grounds, Nutritional Services, Transportation and Health and Safety personnel including forecasting needs, recruiting, interviewing and recommending for hire; staff development, observation, discipline, and interpreting the negotiated agreements, district policies, and building rules
Prepare and administer the operational department budgets for the Transportation, Nutritional Services, and Buildings and Grounds departments.
Coordinate the district’s ten-year long-term facilities maintenance plan and budgets in collaboration with the Executive Director of Finance and Business Services.
Work with architects and construction managers on construction projects to ensure budget and schedule are adhered to.
Coordinate with operational department supervisors to research best practices and develop and implement processes for the operational departments to improve effectiveness and service; assess the effectiveness of current operations and make changes to improve as needed.
Supervise and support long-range facilities planning, including new construction, remodeling or existing facilities and provide project management and oversight.
Ensure strategic integration of interdepartmental functions.
Facilitate the collaboration of instructional and operational teams to transform the vision into specific goals, objectives, measurements, and action plans.
Develop sound practices that guide and inform the organization in risk management and risk mitigation strategies in support of business and instructional initiatives.
Direct crisis planning and emergency response protocols for the school district.
Partner with the Executive Director of Human Resources in maintaining and sharing data with local law enforcement agencies pursuant to data requests.
Provide support and consultation regarding records storage and retention.
Other Duties as Assigned

BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance.

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment.  Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement.  Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work.

St. Cloud School District 742 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 at https://www.isd742.org/about-us/title-ix.

It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.