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Student Support Specialist

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Job Summary
Teach student skills in organization, communication, behavior management and problem-solving.  Work with colleagues to develop and implement strategies to address unacceptable student behaviors.

Job Functions

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.
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 disturbed students.
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.
Design and implement new programs that reflect the changing needs of the student population.
Actively participate in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
Collect data and record anecdotal student progress notes and maintain behavioral charting data.
Support and promote Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) initiatives.
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.
Implement classroom management system as applicable.
Other duties as assigned

Physical Education Teacher (.4 FTE)

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Job Summary
Develop the student’s fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes.

Job Functions

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods.  Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Deliver the district’s written, taught and assessed curriculum.
Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students’ academic and social-emotional development.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic issues or special academic interests.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students’ needs and progress.
Administer standardized, formative and state mandated assessments and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Superintendent

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The Pine River-Backus Schools’ main office is in Pine River, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 950 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

REQUIREMENTS:

The Pine River-Backus School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Works cooperatively with the School Board, provides options and recommendations
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Has knowledge of and experience with special education needs and/or a diverse student body

Previous superintendent experience is preferred, but not required.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

A competitive compensation package, with a salary range of $115,000—$135,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at https://www.applitrack.com/msba/onlineapp/. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on April 26, 2020, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Pine River-Backus Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).   To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on April 26, 2020, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Pine River-Backus Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

CONTACT:

Barb Dorn, MSBA Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search
1900 West Jefferson Avenue, St. Peter, MN 56082
Barb Dorn: 800-324-4459, ext. 121 or 507-508-5501
Barb Dorn: [email protected]

Nutrition Assistant (3.5 hours per day)

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Nutrition Assistant – Kaposia Education Center

The position works 3.5 hours per day; student-contact days only.  Rate of pay is $16.23 per hour; Independent-Nutrition Services Group.

Job Summary:
Perform a variety of assigned tasks in the dish room, serving and cashiering under established rules, policies and procedures.

School Psychologist

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***SIGNING BONUS OF $5,000***

The St. Croix River Education District (SCRED) is committed to maximizing student outcomes for all learners through the use of data-based decision making, meaningful collaboration, and implementation of innovative, evidence-based practices.  We are seeking highly motivated and skilled candidates for a School Psychologist position beginning the 2020-21 school year.

This position will be responsible for providing school psychology services for students in Early Childhood through first grade at the Primary School in the Chisago Lakes School District. Successful candidates are passionate and skilled in using innovative best practices and desire a broad, progressive role within the school system (e.g., Multi-Tier System of Supports, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, data-based decision making, functional behavior assessment/behavior support plans, direct service with students). In addition, this position requires a high level of collaboration and creative problem-solving with a variety of individuals, including the building principal, service coordinators, special education teachers, interventionists, paraprofessionals, mental health providers, and county social workers.

Online applications only at www.scred.k12.mn.us (Employment link).

Note: Interviews to be scheduled on March 24th and March 25th

School Psychologist

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***SIGNING BONUS OF $5,000***

The St. Croix River Education District (SCRED) is committed to maximizing student outcomes for all learners through the use of data-based decision making, meaningful collaboration, and implementation of innovative, evidence-based practices.  We are seeking highly motivated and skilled candidates for a School Psychologist position beginning the 2020-21 school year.

This position will be responsible for coordinating high quality academic and behavioral programming for students in two of our federal setting IV programs located within the Chisago Lakes School District.  Students attending these programs have needs in the area of Social Behavior (Pathway to Change Program), as well as combined needs in Social Behavior and Communicative Disorders (Skill-Building for Academic Resiliency-SOAR Program). Successful candidates are passionate and skilled in using best practices in social behavior programming, data-based decision making, and providing direct service to students. In addition, this position requires a high level of collaboration and creative problem-solving with a variety of individuals, including the program coordinator, service coordinators, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, mental health providers, and county social workers.

Note: Interviews to be scheduled on March 24th and March 25th