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Director of Special Education

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Director of Special Education

Position Purpose:
The Director of Special Education provides ongoing leadership, coordination, and oversight of the provision of special education services in compliance with state and federal special education laws. The Director of Special Education is responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities have access to free and appropriate education programs in the least restrictive environment. Furthermore, the Director of Special Education defines and champions change initiatives, organizational strategies, and effective practices aligned with the mission of SCRED.

Essential Duties:

  • Professional Learning
    • Develop the vision for the professional learning program in collaboration with the SCRED Services Coordination Team to ensure alignment with SCRED goals and messaging across service areas
    • Facilitate professional learning in alignment with SCRED’s vision, using effective adult learning strategies on a variety of topics, including due process, special education programming, section 504, and MTSS implementation
    • Convey consistent messaging across SCRED and its member districts to provide clear guidance and critical updates and promote ongoing professional learning
    • Direct the creation of resources and guidance to enhance professional learning and/or provide guidance to member district staff
    • Facilitate and/or participate in various stakeholder meetings, work groups, and networking opportunities
  • Consultation & Collaboration
    • Provide comprehensive and consistent technical assistance on legal and regulatory compliance in the areas of special education, Section 504, and MTSS
    • Consult with Special Services Supervisors and/or school teams regarding challenging student cases and parental disagreements
    • Serve as the lead liaison between SCRED, its member districts, and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
    • Lead teams through, and participate in, alternative dispute resolution activities with the MDE, as appropriate
  • Administrative Processes
    • Administer the Total Special Education System (TSES) for SCRED and each of its member districts
    • Develop and maintain special education guidelines related to various special education processes
    • Implement the Continuous Improvement Monitoring Process (CIMP) cycle
    • Oversee the implementation of procedures related to child find and child count
    • Ensure proper data collection for the Special Education Data Reporting Application (SEDRA) for SCRED and its member districts
    • Lead SCRED and its member districts through the State’s special education compliance monitoring processes
    • Respond to complaints and due process hearing requests filed with the MDE
    • Ensure the implementation of Extended School Year programs in collaboration with Special Services Supervisors and district administrators
  • System-Level Coordination
    • Facilitate SCRED’s Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), on behalf of all member districts
    • Develop, direct, and provide ongoing leadership, coordination, and oversight of special services programming across SCRED and its member districts
    • Oversee SCRED student programs
    • Support the implementation of MTSS within district(s) of assignment to meet the needs of all students
    • Ensure the implementation of Extended School Year (ESY) programs in collaboration with Special Services Supervisors and district administrators
    • Direct the evaluation of special services programming and student outcomes as part of a continuous improvement process
  • Business Functions
    • Recruit, select, supervise, and evaluate the performance of designated education district positions
    • Anticipate member district needs and creates ongoing feedback mechanisms; identify and champion opportunities for the development and implementation of new services
    • Communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including board members, administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, students, parents, community members, and other educational partners
    • Assist the Executive Director and Business Manager in the preparation and monitoring of the SCRED budget, including making recommendations for staffing and services based on stakeholder needs
    • Maintain accurate records for the schools, including state reports, student records, and personnel records
    • Monitor and coordinate Minnesota Health Care Program (MHCP) processes
  • Other Duties as Assigned

School Psychologist, Long-Term Substitute, 1.0 FTE

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Date Posted: April 8, 2025
Position Title: School Psychologist, 1.0 FTE
Assignment Location: To be determined
Hours per Day: 8
Schedule: September 22 through December 31st
Salary: Placement per the teacher contract, based on education and experience
Other compensation: Mileage reimbursement for business-related travel based on current IRS standard business mileage rate

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The School Psychologist is responsible for conducting diagnostic assessments and evaluations to determine special education eligibility and collaborates with all key individuals to determine eligibility and level of service need. The School psychologist provides direct and/or indirect support and interventions to students, consults with teachers, families, and other school-employed professionals to improve support strategies, works with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies, and collaborates with community providers to coordinate needed services. Through their work, school psychologists help MAWSECO member districts successfully implement a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework in order to: improve academic achievement, promote positive behavior and mental health, support diverse learners, create safe, positive school climates, strengthen family-school partnerships, improve school-wide assessment and accountability, and monitor individual student progress in academics and behavior.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a School Psychologist
  • Preferred: Nationally Certified School Psychologist
  • School Psychologist Interns are encouraged to apply
  • Requires a MN driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility

ABOUT MAWSECO:
MAWSECO is an agency of seven-member school districts (Annandale, Dassel-Cokato, Delano, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted, Litchfield, Maple Lake and Rockford) that have joined together to provide services in the area of special education. The mission of the Cooperative is to provide quality special education leadership, services, and support to its seven-member school districts’ staff, students and families as well as other agencies/districts that purchase its services. The MAWSECO central office is located in Howard Lake, MN which is west of the metro and south of St. Cloud.

HOW TO APPLY:
Meeker and Wright Special Ed Coop #938 utilizes an online application system. Please visit the site to apply:  https://www.applitrack.com/mawseco/OnlineApp/
If you have questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Elizabeth Sullivan at (612) 417-6491 or email at: [email protected]

POSITION QUESTIONS:
Contact Melissa Hanson, Executive Director by phone (320) 543-1122 or email at: [email protected]

MAWSECO is an equal opportunity employer

Education Specialist

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Summary/Objective
The Education Specialist is responsible for coordinating student programs/conferences/competitions, creating and facilitating educational networks, and developing and implementing other educational training. The Education Specialist will support a variety of students, support staff, and educators. For the upcoming year, this role will support the following programs/services: Sr. High Knowledge Bowl, SPED Pipeline grant, Para Educator assessment, and Central Minnesota Librarians, and others as assigned.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  1. Plan, develop, and implement engaging, age-appropriate student programs & competitions, aligning with state standards
  2. Design, plan, and facilitate teacher training and educational networks for a variety of educational professionals
  3. Communicate with schools, teachers, presenters, and volunteers representing a variety of ages and backgrounds in a timely and effective manner
  4. Develop and cultivate relationships with current and prospective program partners and other organizations
  5. Support quality programming through effective communication, program monitoring, and evaluation
  6. Perform additional tasks and special projects on an as-needed basis
  7. Offer excellent customer service to our members, customers, partners, and staff
  8. Maintain knowledge of research and developments within education
  9. Other duties as assigned

Competencies

  1. Experience within a K-12 education setting
  2. Thorough understanding of pedagogy and best practices within education
  3. Proficient in the use of G-Suite applications and online learning platforms
  4. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  5. Creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  6. Effective written and verbal communication skills
  7. Ability to work effectively and efficiently, individually and as a team member
  8. Ability to show initiative in resolving problems
  9. Ability to assume responsibility, be well organized, execute initiatives from directives, and approved self-initiatives
  10. Ability to build open, honest, and trustworthy relationships with people of various personality styles and behaviors – internally and externally
  11. Ability to function cooperatively as a member of the Resource team
  12. Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and customer service-based manner at all times.
  13. Proficiency in adapting to new software and digital tools
  14. Experience with group facilitation
  15. Ability to adapt to and work with a variety of school contexts

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in elementary or secondary education
Current Minnesota teaching license
Minimum of five years of teaching experience
Valid MN Driver’s License

Environment & Physical Demands
This role operates in a hybrid office environment, requiring standard office tasks such as using computers and phones, and frequent travel to schools for on-site support and coaching. The position may also involve setting up and tearing down for events, including lifting up to 30 lbs., and standing or carrying items for short distances as needed.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This 11-month (Aug. 1-June 30) position’s working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular travel to schools, educational events, and occasional events outside of typical work hours is expected.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary and Benefits
The starting salary for this position is $81,874.77

Benefits include:
● Health insurance with premiums 100% paid by the agency for single coverage or 80% paid by the agency for family coverage.
● Dental insurance with single or family premiums paid 100% by Resource.
● Disability & Life insurance with premiums paid 100% by Resource.
● PERA/TRA retirement plan contributions
● Generous vacation, sick, and holidays

Hinckley-Finlayson High School – 0.28 Theater Arts

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2025-26 Theater Arts, 0.28 FTE – Hinckley-Finlayson Public Schools

Date of Availability: August 21, 2025
Date Closing: May 30, 2025

License Required: Minnesota K-12 or 5-12 Theater Arts
Institution Description:

Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful.  Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise.  Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students’ educational growth.  Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to teach 7th and 8th grade Theater Class.
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Communicates regularly with parents via Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
Participating in building and department meetings and workshops in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
Integration of technology into instruction.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
Demonstrated ability to operate necessary classroom technology.
Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents and the community.
Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor and the community

Salary:Per Master Agreement.

Application Procedure:
Please email a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected].

Hinckley-Finlayson High School – Math Teacher

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1.0 FTE Math Teacher for the 2025-26 School Year

Hinckley-Finlayson High School

Date of Availability: August 21, 2025

Date Closing: May 30, 2025

 

Job Description

Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a Math Teacher for the 2025-26 school year.

 

Qualifications

5-8 and 9-12 Mathematics endorsement.
experience working with both middle school and high school students.

Institution Description

Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning!  We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful.  Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise.  Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS),  advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students’ educational growth.  Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.

Job Description

Develops and administers Math curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by the district.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in PLCs and other monthly meetings.

Salary

Salary based on the Master Agreement.

Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation.  Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected].  Only electronic submissions will be accepted.

Hinckley-Finlayson High School – ALP Teacher

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1.0 FTE Alternative Learning Program Teacher (Empower Learning Center)

Job Description

Hinckley-Finlayson High School is in need of a teacher in our Alternative Learning Program (Empower Learning Center) for the school year 2025-26.  The position is a 1.0 FTE.  Preference will be given to the applicant who has experience working in an Alternative Learning Program.

Date of Availability: August 21, 2025

Date Closing: April 21, 2025

Job Summary:

The ALP teacher delivers academic programming in multiple content areas for high school students (10-12); develops and delivers engaging curricular content based on state and local standards; implements differentiated instruction with a focus on personalized learning; embeds social-emotional learning; various technologies and a variety of pedagogical approaches into daily activities; establishes effective classroom management with a focus on restorative practices; and communicates effectively with all stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
– Valid Minnesota Teaching License
– Proficient with multiple technologies that support unique learning environments
– Ability to cultivate a creative, flexible and positive learning environment through effective classroom management and instruction, innovative teaching techniques, and strong communication skills

 

Salary:

Per Master Agreement.

Application materials consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation.  Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected].  Only electronic submissions will be accepted.