Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Position is full-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at the Mahtomedi High School. Salary and benefits part of Master Agreement
Responsible for providing an educational environment that will help students with disabilities in learning and fulfill their growth potential.
Job Summary
Facilitates utilization of evidence-based and positive behavior practices that help student develop; support programmatic changes and individual approaches to student behavior, and assist staff in developing individualized interventions. Designs and maintains behavioral support systems in the building. Promotes a positive behavioral support mindset with staff and students.
Job Functions
Develop equitable systems by leading positive behavior programs and strategies such as Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) initiatives, BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Innocent Classroom, and de-escalation techniques.
Develop interventions, functional behavior assessments and behavior plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors.
Develop procedures and training materials for district staff involved with students with challenging behaviors for the purpose of enhancing programs for students and ensuring that program operations are in compliance with established guidelines.
Communicate with appropriate teachers and other district staff personnel as necessary on behavior matters.
Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members.
Actively participate in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
Collect data and record anecdotal student progress notes and maintain behavioral charting data.
Provide work direction and guidance to Student Behavior Assistants on strategies to address student behaviors, de-escalating techniques, and re-integrating students back into the classroom.
Provide behavioral assistance to families as requested by the principal, teacher, or district staff.
Conduct workshops, training, in-service presentations, etc. in classroom management techniques and other topics for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with behaviorally or emotionally challenged students in alignment with district programs.
Participate in a variety of meetings, workshops and committees for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and remaining knowledgeable with program guidelines.
Implement classroom management system as applicable.
Adhere to district policies and procedures.
Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.
Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for a School Counselor at our Middle School for the 2022-23 school year. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teacher’s Collectively Bargained Agreement.
Job Summary
To provide a comprehensive counseling program that supports student academic, social, physical and personal career development in a secondary school setting. This is accomplished through planning and preparation, maintaining an educational environment, teaching academic and life skills, and providing professional responsibilities to our staff, students, and parents.
Job Functions
Implement or assist in implementing a safe school climate that results in academic and personal success for all students.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision and values.
Provide guidance to help students cope effectively to personal, social, academic, and family concerns.
Support the total need of each student (educational, personal and social), encourage maximum growth and development.
Arrange student intake meetings.
Arrange student shadowing opportunities and work with families to set up tours of the building.
Introduce Career Exploration topics.
Ability to present on relevant topics in a classroom setting.
Attend student, staff and parent meetings as deemed appropriate.
Assist the school assessment coordinator as needed, organize and administer MCA, ACT, and NWEA assessments and use data for future course enrollment and offerings.
Collect and analyze data to evaluate the success of student guidance, counseling and career development plans.
Consult and coordinate with staff, parents, and community resources.
Assist in implementing on-site crisis intervention/management plans.
Consult and collaborate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs.
Monitors student academic performance, behavior and attendance and assists with appropriate interventions.
Create a system to address academic needs and tracking of student credits through graduation.
Knowledge and understanding of the IB Program from course scheduling to testing options for students.
Encourage parent and community involvement.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a full time position at Bemidji High School to begin in the 2022-2023 school year.
This is a part time .5 FTE position at Bemidji High School to begin in the 2022-23 school year
Special Education Paraprofessional
Reports to: Special Education Teachers, Personnel Team
Supervised by: Special Education Teachers, Indirect supervision by the Special Education Director
Job Summary:
The Special Education Paraprofessional supports the district instructional program for special education students and each student’s educational goals as established in the Individual Education Plan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
(Other special education duties may be assigned)
Acts as a liaison with advisors for the purpose of ensuring the implementation of the IEP for an assigned student.
Help students monitor and follow individual work plans
Provides accommodations to students as defined on the IEP
Assesses student progress on IEP goals for the purpose of progress reporting
Assists certified staff in the implementation of the IEP.
Provides thorough and timely reports/documentation of information, as requested.
Consults with the appropriate school personnel directly responsible for the implementation of IEP for disabled students
Assists with record keeping and filing
Attend proposal team, with students with whom instruction is provided
Document behavior
Attend professional development seminars as recommended by Special Education Advisors
Obtain current training in special education disability categories
Maintain crisis intervention training, certification
MNCS Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and carry out yearly professional development plan
Follow direction of EdVisions Co-op and the MNCS Board of Directors
Assist in chaperoning events and field trips, and outside PE and archery, as defined by IEP’s
May serve on site based committees
Attend staff meetings and Special Service Team meetings.
Education and experience:
2 year Degree preferred (AAS) or passed ParaPro exam
Three years outside experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Para Professional Certification as required by the State of Minnesota
Communication Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and general public.
Mathematical skills:
Ability to apply concepts such as basic arithmetic calculations, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations that are directly related to the duties of this position.
Ability to gather and graph data related to student progress.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrates patience, respect, and understanding for students.
Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform duties in full compliance with special education district requirements and school board policy.
Full-time with Benefits
$15.00/hr starting wage
Send Resume and Cover letter to Tania Waetjen:
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