Full Time (1.0 FTE) Special Education Teacher is currently available beginning the 2023-24 school year at Lino Lakes Elementary School.
Special Education Teacher
Administrative Assistant
The Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) is a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1920. We are located in St. Peter, Minnesota. MSBA prides itself as being a “Go-To” education association by providing workshops, resources, services, and connections designed to help school boards save time, reduce expenses, govern efficiently, and stay inspired.
Position
MSBA is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to join the Board Development Team. This position has a hybrid working model; it requires occasional evening and weekend hours.
Primary Responsibilities
The Board Development Administrative Assistant will:
- Assist with planning and promoting MSBA programs and events.
- Maintain MSBA calendar of programs and events.
- Design and prepare general correspondence, memos, and materials. Proofread copy for spelling, grammar, and layout; responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
- Provide operational and administrative support and responsive customer service to member inquiries.
Qualifications
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with minimal supervision and to collaborate with others as needed.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofing, and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and high attention to accuracy and detail.
- Advanced knowledge of standard computer software and technology (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite and related programs).
- Experience using social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, etc.) including planning content in a business setting is desirable.
Why you will love working at MSBA
- Hybrid working model (up to 3 days remote, remaining days on-site in St. Peter).
- 401(k) retirement plan with match.
- Benefits package that includes the following options: medical, dental, vision, healthcare savings/flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and more.
- Paid time off: vacation; holidays; and personal, sick, and bereavement leave.
- Employee assistance program.
- Casual office attire, except for meetings and events.
- Being part of a collaborative environment where everyone pulls together to make every project a success.
Ready to apply?
Interested candidates please submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Current resume
- One current letter of recommendation
- Names and contact information for three professional references
Send materials to:
Amy Taylor
1900 W. Jefferson Ave
St. Peter, MN 56082
or
Hiring schedule
- Closing date – open until filled.
Initial review of applications will begin on June 19, 2023.
- Anticipated start date – August 1, 2023.
Please direct questions to:
Amy Taylor ([email protected] or phone: 507-934-8140)
Website: www.mnmsba.org
MSBA is an equal opportunity employer.
Occupational Therapist
JOB GOAL: To evaluate children with disabilities; provide treatment and consultation services for and on behalf of children that qualify for occupational therapy services; and communicate with education personnel, parents and community agencies. School-based occupational therapy is designed to enhance the student’s ability to fully access and be successful in the learning environment. The Occupational Therapist helps students restore or maintain function, foster normal development and where feasible, prevent further disabilities through the selection of purposeful activities. The Occupational Therapist facilitates improvement of the student’s physical, emotional, sensory and/or perceptual deficits.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Screening or evaluation of a student’s current performance in areas of concern, the modifications or attempts that have been made to solve the problems, and results of those attempts.
2. Collecting information regarding a child’s performance using various methods from multiple settings and sources determining a child’s current functional abilities in performance areas (activities of daily living, work/productive activities and play/leisure activities) as compared to the expected performance.
3. Determining a child’s current functional abilities within performance contexts, including temporal context and physical, social, and cultural environmental contexts, as compared to the expected performance.
4. Developing goals related to academic and nonacademic performance and recommend OT service delivery when educationally necessary (IEP).
5. With other members of the team, write objectives that reflect the student’s needs in the educational setting (IEP).
6. Developing an OT intervention plan.
7. Planning for and delivering OT services according to the frequency and duration listed on the IEP. Developing and implementing a plan of data collection to provide objective basis for decision making.
8. Provide intervention that enhances the child’s functional abilities.
9. Make recommendations for altering intervention plans as indicated by a child’s performance.
10. Lead meetings, conferences, and informal interactions as requested.
11. Document child’s performance, phone calls, meetings, and such in child’s OT record.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
All OTs who practice in Wisconsin, regardless of the type of setting, must be licensed by the Department of Regulation and Licensing, Occupational Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board, and practice in accordance with these rules. A combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Special Education Teacher – Districtwide
We currently have a districtwide special education teaching position working with students in PK-12th grade to begin the 2023-2024 school year. This is a support role to take on excess caseload work, support program needs (such as level III) that come and go, and create supportive programs for students as needed.
This position is open until filled and applications will be processed as they are received.
7th and 8th Grade Math
Job Description: Full-Time Math Middle School Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. Applicants with a mathematics certification are strongly encouraged to apply. This position will be primarily 7th and 8th math instruction. 100% FTE.
Qualifications: Grantsburg School District is seeking applicants with the desire to join a dynamic and engaging staff to be a part of a strong math department. Applicants need to have a Wisconsin Certification or ability to obtain DPI certification. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with children to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. The ability to interact and be a contributing member of a talented and dedicated teaching faculty is desired. Technology skills, willingness to learn technology skills, and the ability to apply the skills in the classroom are necessary. Applicants with experience using CPM are desirable, but not required. Coaching opportunities may exist for qualified candidates. Strong references for this position are essential.
School Social Worker
Position Summary:
The School Social Worker promotes and enhances the overall academic mission by providing services that strengthen home/school/community partnerships and alleviate barriers to learning. The School Social Worker significantly contributes to the development of a health, safe and caring environment by advancing the understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community and cultural differences on student success and by implementing effective intervention strategies. The School Social Worker will be a part of each school’s student assistance team.
Position Requirements:
Master’s degree and licensure as a School Social Worker. Experience and training in group and individual counseling with school-age population. Working knowledge in areas of child abuse and neglect. Sensitivity to students in need and the ability to communicate effectively with students, adults and community agencies. Preferred county-wide knowledge of community resources.