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School Psychologist

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Walker Hackensack Akeley School District is seeking a School Psychologist beginning the 2025-2026 school year.  This position will be itinerant through PAWN Special Education for Walker Hackensack Akeley School District 113 and other PAWN Special Education Member Districts as assigned.

Current licensure preferred or the ability to obtain MN licensure.  Candidates should have the ability to work as a team in planning and teaching to create a positive learning environment, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. Teachers at Walker Hackensack Akeley Schools are supported through staff development and a teacher mentoring program. We believe in supporting teacher growth and program success.

School Psychologist – PAWN Special Education

Location:  Walker Hackensack Akeley Schools ISD #113 and other districts as assigned

Qualifications:   Masters in School Psychology and MN license in School Psychology (or ability to obtain)
Experience in schools preferred
Certification from the National Association of School Psychologists (or ability to obtain)

Position Summary:The school psychologist provides a full range of school psychological services to students ages Birth to 22 including screening and assessment, consultation and advisement, and program evaluation to help ensure that students’ needs are being met. Within the assigned district(s) actively participate in the multidisciplinary team throughout the process of problem solving interventions to child study through the assessment process and providing ongoing consultation to ensure students’ needs are being met.
Collaborate with educators, administrators, support staff, families, and other mental health professionals to create safe, healthy and supportive learning environments for students and to strengthen connections between home and school.
Team with other school psychologists across PAWN Special Education member districts to ensure student needs are met.
Participate as an integral member of the PAWN Special Education Team to provide ongoing support, training, and services to the PAWN member districts.

Salary for this masters level position is $61,742 – $75,406 depending on qualifications.

For more information contact Director of Special Education Eva Pohl, 218-237-6541 or [email protected]

Walker Hackensack Akeley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or disability in its programs and activities. The district has designated the following individuals to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972.

Section 504 Coordinator: Brittni McWaters, Elementary Social Worker, [email protected] & Thomas McIver, High School Dean of Students, [email protected],  301 4th Street, Walker, MN 56484; 218-547-4239;
Alternate Section 504 Coordinator: Kevin Wellen, Superintendent, 301 4th Street, Walker, MN 56484; 218-547-4201;[email protected].
Title IX Coordinator: Jeremy Digiovanni, Activities Director, 301 4th Street, Walker, MN 56484; 218-547-42; [email protected]
Alternate Title IX Coordinator: Kevin Wellen, Superintendent, 301 4th Street, Walker, MN 56484; 218-547-4201; [email protected]

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

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.

 

 

 

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Nevis Public School’s main office is located in Nevis, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 520 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.nevis.k12.mn.us/

City Website:   https://cityofnevismn.gov/ 

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Nevis Public School Board seeks a superintendent with strong leadership skills who:

  • Demonstrates integrity and ethical conduct in all interactions throughout the district, fostering trust and transparency.
  • Possesses experience in school finance, ensuring responsible and effective management of resources. and has familiarity with relevant state and federal education laws.
  • Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships in the school community, maintaining high visibility and accessibility.
  • Works collaboratively with the School Board, offering well-considered options and recommendations, and provides clear and understandable administrative procedures that implement School Board policy.
  • Maintains accountability through appropriate delegation of authority.

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $120,000 – $145,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include Health, Life, and Long-term disability insurance; 403(b) match; vacation; paid holidays; sick days; and more.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 10, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on March 10, 2025, and must include the completed online application.

Contact Amy Jordan at 507-479-9984 ([email protected]) with questions.  Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Nevis Public School is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.

Special Education Middle School Teacher

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Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

*  Teach curriculum of Farmington Area Public Schools.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as defined by the current teachers working agreement.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as directed by the principal.

*  Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.

Special Education Elementary Teacher

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Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

*  Teach curriculum of Farmington Area Public Schools.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as defined by the current teachers working agreement.

*  Fulfill responsibilities as directed by the principal.

*  Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.