Occupational Therapist

Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Management I-M

Location:
Aspen Ridge Elementary School

Department: Community Education

Location: Position will be primarily at Aspen Ridge Elementary School and will also support other program locations as needed.

General Purpose of Job: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing leadership, direct supervision and support in the program areas including program planning, prioritizing, organizing, and carrying out a diversified workload.

Description:  The Site Supervisor plays a crucial role in providing leadership and support within the Community Education department. Responsible for overseeing program operations at a location, staff management, and addressing the needs of students, parents/guardians, and staff.  The Site Supervisor ensures the delivery of high-quality educational services. This position involves strategic planning, performance leadership, program content development, professionalism, and other related duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Indicators of Strategic Leadership:

Aligning functions with the organization’s mission and core values.
Participating in district and department initiatives, including training and committees.
Developing and communicating a shared vision for areas of responsibility.
Planning and executing continuous improvement processes.
Serving as the primary point of contact for parents/guardians and staff, ensuring timely communication and confidentiality.
Indicators Performance Leadership:

Leading professional development and supporting staff training and coaching.
Facilitating open communication and collaboration with school & community education contacts.
Coordinating the hiring of direct reports and providing supervision.
Managing department resources effectively and efficiently.
Providing feedback and strategies to support high-quality services.
Ensuring compliance with policies, rules, and regulations.
Indicators of High-Quality Program Content:

Collaborating with lead instructors to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Supporting students with diverse needs and modifying programs accordingly.
Conducting staff meetings, providing training, and supporting daily on-site operations.
Developing engaging and enriching programming sessions in collaboration with program staff, including indoor and outdoor environments.
Monitoring daily lessons and adapting activities to meet students’ needs in all program.
Indicators of Professionalism:

Making daily decisions related to site operations and staff management.
Seeking personal and professional growth opportunities.
Acting as a bridge between program areas and lead instructors/program managers.
Creating a positive, growth mindset culture on-site.
Demonstrating trustworthiness, adaptability, and flexibility.
Additional duties/responsibilities:

Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in education or related field.
Align with Minn. Stat. 245H.08, subd. 2. with at least one-year previous experience in childcare recreation, education, or youth development.
Preferred Qualifications:

Considerable knowledge of instructional methods, racial equity, and multicultural curriculum concepts.
Preferred knowledge of computer applications such as GSuite (google drive, sheets) Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Teams, Excel, Outlook), Eleyo.
Familiarity with various instructional methods, best practices, and strategies.
Prior customer service and technology experience preferred.
Supervisor experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Demonstrates ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with scholars, colleagues, and guardians
Fostering collaborative partnerships through effective communication and feedback.
Exhibit traits such as active listening, problem-solving, and confidence in presenting information.
Flexibility to adapt to new approaches and methods, engaging in self-reflection to positively impact scholars.
Proficient in facilitating meetings and discussions, effectively applying strategies and collaborate positively with all stakeholders
Demonstrating strong communication skills both verbally and in writing. (train, speak, and facilitate meetings)
Job Type:  Exempt, Full-Time, full-year, 12 month position 225 duty days.Typical preferred core hours 8:00-4:30pm.   There will be hours worked outside these typical preferred hours.

Bargaining Unit:  Management Personnel I-M  (Supervisor)

Salary Range:  Per Contract, current salary range is $67,825 – $84,358

Start Date:  To be determined

Closing Date: Open until filled

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.