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Early Childhood Family Education Teacher

Early Childhood Family Education Teacher

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Position Summary:
Owatonna’s Early Childhood Program is seeking an early childhood educator to provide high-quality early learning through delivery of evidence-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This position will be responsible for planning engaging early learning experiences for children ages 1-5, along with their parents. Classes are focused on various age ranges and themes. The teacher will have a variable schedule, including up to 2 evenings a week. The successful candidate will work as a team member to create a warm and welcoming environment for children, their families, and professional colleagues.

Qualifications:
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood and family education and/or child development, early childhood education, or related field; Minnesota license in Early Childhood (birth to five years); Birth-Grade 3 license preferred; strong knowledge of child development from birth to age five; experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds; documented experience in the application of MN Early Childhood Indicators of Progress; demonstrated use of research-based strategies and approaches to ensure all learners achieve at the highest levels; Experience in utilizing an inquiry approach to instruction; current first aid and CPR certificate, or willingness to obtain within first eight-weeks of employment.

Desired qualifications include:
– Successful teaching experience in developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and learning environments for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and parents of children birth to five years old;
– Experience with teaming/collaborating with others in educating young children and supporting families;
– Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal, written,n and digital communication;
– Good organizational skills

Position Requirements:
Successful experience in partnering with families in a professional capacity. The successful applicant must have the ability to work as a contributing team member in a culture of excellence to deliver programs that address the positive development of children and families in diverse populations. This position requires schedule flexibility and availability for one to two evenings per week from 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM.

Salary:
Based on candidate’s education and experience per the OEA Master Agreement.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed: Teacher – Full Time and Part Time:
Health Insurance is offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family)
Dental Insurance (Single and Family)
$70,000 Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Teacher Retirement Association (TRA) pension
403(B) Matching Annuity Plan – up to $1,700/year match
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Time
Personal Day(s)

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

Occupational Therapist – Early Childhood: 2025-2026

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The Richfield Public School District is now accepting applications for a full time Occupational Therapist for the 2025-2026 school year.

In Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving their dreams with the right educational foundation. Students in Richfield will receive a challenging, engaging and relevant academic experience which will prepare them for college, career and life. You can be part of helping students succeed by joining our district to take your educational career to the next level.

Bilingual Elementary Teacher Multiple positions: 2025-2026

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Position Title: Bilingual Elementary Teacher: 2025-26 (Multiple Positions)
Department / Unit: District Office and School Sites
Accountable To: Richfield Dual Language Principal

The Richfield Public School District is currently accepting applications for full-time Bilingual Elementary Classroom Teachers (Multiple Positions) for the 2025-2026 school year.

In Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving their dreams with the right educational foundation. Students in Richfield will receive a challenging, engaging and relevant academic experience that will prepare them for college, career and life. You can be part of helping students succeed by joining our district to take your educational career to the next level.

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Behavior Services Coordinator

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Behavior Services Coordinator

Position Location: Serving North Branch Area Public Schools and Rush City Public Schools

Position Purpose:
The Behavior Services Coordinator position assists SCRED member districts in implementing a continuum of social and behavior supports, specifically for students requiring intensive, highly individualized intervention. This position provides collaboration and consultation on specific student cases and overall programming, creates and facilitates high-quality professional learning opportunities for member district staff, and assists in the coordination of service delivery to ensure students are receiving effective social skills and behavior skills instruction designed to meet their needs in their least restrictive environment.

Essential Duties:

  • Collaboration & Consultation
    • Provide on-site coaching and support for the implementation of evidence-based multi-layered instructional practices within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework
    • Guide staff in the creation of special education evaluation plans that equip teams to identify students with intensive emotional or behavioral needs
    • Support staff in the development of IEPs that are designed to meet the unique social and behavioral needs of students
    • Consult with special education staff regarding students who are not responding to behavior skill interventions
    • Promote collaboration between general education and special education staff regarding accommodations and modifications that may help students to reach their IEP goals and access the general curriculum
    • Provide expertise as part of IEP teams for students with significant and unique Behavioral related needs
    • Equip teams to engage in problem-solving processes that support district placement decisions for students transitioning to and from Federal Setting IV programs in order to ensure that students remain in their least restrictive environment
    • Assist in developing/coordinating student reintegration plans, including Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), in order to increase the likelihood that transitioning students will function effectively in the mainstream school setting
    • Collaborate and provide consultation services regarding assistive technology, accessibility, and secondary transition
  • Professional Learning
    • Engage in professional learning aligned with SCRED goals and district-specific needs to inform SCRED professional learning opportunities related to behavioral programming
    • Develop professional learning plans in collaboration with the SCRED Services Coordination Team to ensure alignment with SCRED goals and messaging across service areas
    • Facilitate professional learning using effective adult learning strategies on a variety of behavior-related topics, including assessment, instruction, inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, secondary transition, and program evaluation
    • Oversee training and certification of staff in the use of restrictive procedures
    • Provide on-site coaching and support to enhance implementation of best practices in behavioral programming
  • Coordination of Service Delivery
    • Facilitate the implementation of best practices in behavior-related assessment, instruction, inclusion, accessibility, and program evaluation
    • Assist in conducting needs assessments to support various resource allocation and/or programming decisions
    • Secure and disseminate resource materials and equipment for behavior-related needs that can be shared across districts
    • Support the implementation of legal and ethical school discipline practices for students with disabilities, including manifestation determination meetings
    • Coordinate restrictive procedure quarterly review meetings and report data to the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
    • Foster the implementation of special education guidelines specific to behavior services
    • Support teams in planning for transitions of students with behavior-related needs between buildings .(i.e., from elementary to secondary) and across settings (i.e., increasing services from setting 3 to setting 4)
    • Participate and/or facilitate SCRED internal meetings and workgroups as assigned
    • Participate in county collaborative committees to engage in interagency collaboration to support the behavior-related needs of students and families
    • Participate in the regional Community of Practice for Federal Setting IV programs
    • Provide work direction to the administrative assistant supporting the social behavior services area
  • Other Duties as Assigned

Practicum Supervisor (K-12 ESL)

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The Southeast Service Cooperative Teacher Licensure Program is designed to support candidates seeking an additional license in English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12. In 2022, the Southeast Service Cooperative was selected to receive $2.7 million in funding over five years through the National Professional Development (NPD) Program from the U.S. Department of Education Office of English Language Acquisition (Award #T365Z220119). The NPD program provides grants for eligible organizations to design and implement high-quality professional development activities that improve instruction for multilingual learners.

The primary goal of Project MOMENTUM (Micro-Credentialing Options for Minnesota Educators Navigating Transformative Understandings of Multilingualism) is to increase the number of licensed ESL K-12 educators in the state of Minnesota. In order to provide equitable access to high-quality professional learning opportunities, Project MOMENTUM has designed a series of additional licensure courses that will engage educators in learning aligned to PELSB English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12 Standards. We are seeking qualified teacher educators to support our licensure program as practicum supervisors.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise teacher candidates during their practicum experiences for additional licensure.
  • Conduct a minimum of two observations per candidate during their practicum experiences. Travel may be required for in-person observations.
  • Evaluate teaching effectiveness using established lesson planning and observation rubrics.
  • Provide constructive feedback to candidates using program and InTASC Standards to improve instructional knowledge, skills and dispositions
  • Maintain regular communication with candidates to discuss progress, address concerns, and support their professional development.
  • Act as a liaison between the candidate and the cooperating teacher, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to ensure alignment on expectations and support needs.
  • Maintain accurate records of observations, feedback, and assessments. Ensure that all documentation aligns with program requirements and is submitted in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with SSC staff to ensure candidates are meeting program requirements.
  • Attend required virtual meetings and training sessions, including professional development in coaching strategies for adult learners; and training on program requirements and evaluation procedures.
  • Maintaining appropriate technology (i.e. internet access, computer) for the duration of the practicum experience(s). Expenses related to technology will not be reimbursed by SSC.

Qualifications:

  • MN License in English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12 with at least three years of experience as a teacher of record – or – E-12 administrator with documented experience in teacher evaluation [REQUIRED]
  • Master’s degree in education or related field [REQUIRED]
  • Experience coaching adult learners and providing feedback to educators.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and InTASC Standards
  • Proficiency in technology tools and applications related to education
  • Ability to pass a background check before in-person school visits

Work Environment: The Southeast Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We serve diverse communities across Southeastern Minnesota, and we strive to have our employees reflect the communities in which we partner. We encourage candidates who speak multiple languages to join us as we recognize that many of the communities we work with have significant language diversity. We recognize that a variety of experiences can prepare applicants to be successful in this work and we are committed to the holistic evaluation of all applicants for this position. Please note that this position is a hybrid position with some virtual responsibilities and some in-person responsibilities, depending on candidate location.

Time Commitment: The time commitment for this role will include approximately 8-10 hours per candidate, including required training.

Compensation: Practicum Supervisors will be paid $500 per candidate for up to 20 candidates. Mileage will be provided at the federal mileage rate for observations and triad meetings as needed. Please indicate in your cover letter how many candidates you would be interested in supervising and how far you would be willing to travel for observations and triad meetings.

How to Apply: For questions about this position, please contact Merissa Russie ([email protected]). To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Christi Fosland ([email protected]). Please include information about how you will meet the required qualifications in your cover letter and/or resume. Applications are due by February 28, 2025.

Teacher Educator (K-12 ESL)

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The Southeast Service Cooperative Teacher Licensure Program is designed to support candidates seeking an additional license in English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12. In 2022, the Southeast Service Cooperative was selected to receive $2.7 million in funding over five years through the National Professional Development (NPD) Program from the U.S. Department of Education Office of English Language Acquisition (Award #T365Z220119). The NPD program provides grants for eligible organizations to design and implement high-quality professional development activities that improve instruction for multilingual learners.

The primary goal of Project MOMENTUM (Micro-Credentialing Options for Minnesota Educators Navigating Transformative Understandings of Multilingualism) is to increase the number of licensed ESL K-12 educators in the state of Minnesota. In order to provide equitable access to high-quality professional learning opportunities, Project MOMENTUM has designed a series of additional licensure courses that will engage educators in learning aligned to PELSB English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12 Standards. We are seeking qualified teacher educators to support our licensure program as teacher educators.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide effective facilitation, support, and assessment of pre-developed asynchronous course content in accordance with SSC program guidelines.
  • Co-facilitate one virtual, synchronous session per course with other instructor(s).
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback and coaching to help candidates meet course objectives and program standards.
  • Review and provide robust feedback on assignments, application activities, and assessments.
  • Evaluate candidates’ performance on defined assessments using established rubrics.
  • Maintain regular and open communication with candidates.
  • Participate in course evaluations and contribute to program improvement efforts.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and course participation.
  • Model professional behavior and promote reflective practice.
  • Attend required virtual meetings and training sessions, including professional development in coaching strategies for adult learners; and training on program requirements and evaluation procedures.
  • Maintaining appropriate technology (i.e. internet access, computer) for the duration of the course contract. Expenses related to technology will not be reimbursed by SSC.
  • A faculty evaluation will take place once a year, within one month of course completion.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or higher in a related field of study and at least one of the following: Completed 18 graduate credits in ESL K-12
  • Completed a dissertation or published peer-reviewed research in ESL K-12
  • Completed a state-approved teacher preparation program in ESL K-12 and at least 3-5 years of experience as a teacher of record
  • Equivalent background and expertise of necessary pedagogical and content standard proficiency as demonstrated through previous work experiences and teaching experiences, educator evaluations, and/or national board certification
  • [For Multimodal Language and Literacy Only] Specialized knowledge in the research and teaching of reading (e.g., graduate coursework) and 3 years of teaching experience working with developing readers and teaching reading in the content areas
  • Experience with online teaching and learning platforms
  • Significant experience providing meaningful feedback though asynchronous methods
  • Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Time Commitment: The time commitment for this role will include approximately 10 hours per week for 8 weeks, including required training. Specific dates for each course are listed below. Contracts will include one week before and one week after the start date of each course to ensure sufficient time for onboarding and final grading. Specific course dates are listed below. Please note in your cover letter which course(s) you are available for and interested in teaching.

  • March 31 – May 11: Differentiation for Multilingual Learners
    Synchronous Meeting Date & Time: May 8th 5:30-7:00
  • May 12 – June 22: Multimodal Language and Literacy (Reading Methods Course)
    Synchronous Meeting Date & Time: June 26th 5:30-7:00
  • July 7 – August 17: Integrating Language and Content
    Synchronous Meeting Date & Time: August 14th 5:30-7:00
  • August 18 – September 28: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Assessment
    Synchronous Meeting Date & Time: Sept.  25th 5:30-7:00
  • September 29 – November 9: Family and Community Engagement
    Synchronous Meeting Date & Time: November 6th 5:30-7:00

Work Environment: The Southeast Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We serve diverse communities across Southeastern Minnesota, and we strive to have our employees reflect the communities in which we partner. We encourage candidates who speak multiple languages to join us as we recognize that many of the communities we work with have significant language diversity. We recognize that a variety of experiences can prepare applicants to be successful in this work and we are committed to the holistic evaluation of all applicants for this position. Please note that this position is a remote position, and all responsibilities will be conducted virtually.

Compensation: Southeast Service Cooperative Teacher Educators will be paid $3,000 per course.

How to Apply:  For questions about this position, please contact Dr. Kendra Katnik ([email protected]). To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include information about how you will meet the required qualifications in your cover letter and/or resume. In addition, please list which courses you are interested in and available to teach. Applications are due by February 28, 2025.