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Technical Support Specialist III

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Position Type: Technology/Technology Support Specialist III

Location: Educational Service Center, Maple Grove, MN

Closing Date: Until Filled

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TSS II (Technology Support Specialist Level 3)

Hours: 6 hours/day; 5 days/week, all year round

General Purpose of Job:

To inspire and prepare each and every student with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning through level three technical services that support accessible, equitable and user-friendly systems with training that supports all users to effectively and efficiently achieve the district mission.

Description:

This position provides level III support of districtwide software and hardware tools that enable the department to provide a high level of satisfaction to customers using District technology. This position will also provide oversight of district wide technology standards and processes related to help desk services and asset management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Design and implement new and current systems to maximize the benefits to the district.
Establish procedures for most effective use of these tools.
Achieve, maintain, and provide “expert-level” technical support for an application(s) or software/hardware solution(s).
Provide work direction, training, instruction, and support to tech support staff.
Discover, analyze and resolve district-wide technology problems and prevent future recurrence.
Collaborate with vendors to analyze options and provide the best possible solution or upgrade of system software or hardware, and manage the deployment project for these solutions.
Ensure that maximum benefits are being provided by technology solutions.
Assist supervisor with managing large projects.
Provide information and tools to enable appropriate personnel to manage the hardware inventory.
Collaborate with Technology Integration in assessing needs; coordinating and providing training on District hardware and software.
Perform other tasks assigned by the Director of Technology
Required Qualifications:

Minimum of Associate’s Degree or a two-year college or technical school certification or degree; OR five years of experience in technical support of software and hardware.
Minimum of five years of experience as a technical support person in a computer environment, including hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree in computer-related field. A+ certification. Microsoft certification. Apple certification.
Experience with help desk software
Experience with asset management
Experience with K-12 technology
Proficiency in a language other than English (Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Vietnamese)
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Strong customer service orientation – dedication to customer needs; understanding the customer’s sense of urgency.
High level of comfort and skill in the use of a variety of software packages as well as the hardware on which they operate.
Demonstrate initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing and documenting needs.
Ability to work under pressure.
Flexibility, resilience, and tolerance for ambiguity.
Ability to collaborate effectively
Job Type:  Full-Time, year round

Bargaining Unit: HourlyTechnical   https://staff.district279.org/human-resources/contracts

Salary Range:  Per Contract, Classification V

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.

Special Projects Accountant

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Position Type: Administration-Nonlicensed/AccountantLocation: Educational Service CenterClosing Date: Until Filled

General Purpose of Job: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing extensive accounting support and direction to the Facilities Operations Department. The Special Projects Accountant is responsible for providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing financial data; preparing reports and performing key technical accounting tasks; and providing oversight to Building Bonds and LTFM projects.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Provide Strategic Leadership by:

Aligning function with mission and core values of the organization.
Developing and communicating shared vision for area of responsibility.
Planning and executing continuous improvement processes for area of responsibility.
Complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.

Provide Performance Leadership by:

Developing staff and/or individual capacity to apply technical/functional expertise for maximum impact.
Recommending for employment, and coordinate hiring for indirect reports.
Providing supervision to indirect reports, including formative feedback and timely performance evaluations and/or demonstrate attention to quality enhancement by improving efficiencies and effectiveness in recordkeeping, workflow and compliance.
Leading the work of others; delegate tasks and authority appropriately and/or establish procedures to guide system and departmental work; monitor and demonstrate effective decision-making strategies in order to meet project deadlines.
Coordinating the accounting for building bonds and LTFM projects.
Providing support and assisting with budgets, revenues, expenditures and year-end processes.
Overseeing and monitoring building bonds and LTFM projects to ensure accurate reporting of revenues, expenditures and compliance with district, state and federal guidelines.
Reconciling building bonds and LTFM projects and related tasks for annual external audit.

Demonstrate Management Skills by:

Managing department resources effectively and efficiently.
Coordinating and verifying correctness of accounting period transactions of finance system from building bonds and LTFM projects.
Summarizing current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet and other reports.
Substantiating financial transactions by auditing documents.
Creating and maintaining a monthly summary report of building bond and LTFM revenues and expenditures.
Monitoring and reconciling all related revenue.
Providing general accounting support.
Determining and calculating cost estimates for budgeting processes and project management.
Assisting with the preparation and administration of the building bond and LTFM budgets throughout the year.
Assisting in budget projections of staff salaries and benefits.
Preparing journal entries by researching errors; making adjustments and determining corrections.
Managing expenditure eligibility of fixed asset status per district capitalization guidelines, GAAP, state and federal requirements.
Tracking disposal of assets.
Determining life and depreciation method for each asset.
Calculating and recording annual depreciation expense.
Assisting in the preparation for the annual audit.
Preparing year-end work papers and supporting documentation for external auditors.
Preparing final reconciliations of general ledger accounts ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Determining and recording year-end estimates and accruals.
Substantiating financial transactions by auditing documents.
Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
Ensuring District’s accounting records comply with UFARS, GAAP, and other legal requirements.
Ensuring compliance and coordination of district-wide financial record retention per district guidelines.
Assisting in departmental processes and other state compliance reporting systems.
Monitoring and reviewing budgets and accounting information for completeness and accuracy.
Reviewing, interpreting, and applying governmental accounting standards, including Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP) and the Uniform Financial Accounting and Reporting System (UFARS) with respect to the district’s financial activities, assuring adherence to all state, federal and District guidelines, rules or laws.
Assisting in federal and state audits as directed.
Reviewing revenue and expenditure account codes monthly to ensure compliance.
Coding revenues and expenditures according to established guidelines.
Maintaining accounting controls by conducting internal audits of various financial areas and recommending policies and procedures.
Applying effective decision-making processes to problems or situations.

Demonstrate Interpersonal Skills by:

Expressing ideas clearly in speaking and writing and communicates effectively in public.
Researching and interpreting accounting policy, procedures and regulations.
Encouraging frequent, open communication; maintaining accessibility and visibility in the organization; inviting suggestions and feedback.
Perceiving the needs and concerns of others and provides appropriate support; resolving conflicts; demonstrating cultural responsiveness.

Demonstrate Professionalism by:

Demonstrating professional demeanor; maintaining confidentiality; representing the district in a positive manner; establishing and maintaining a positive image with sites and community.
Demonstrating commitment to own professional growth.
Attending seminars, professional business conferences, and related association meetings to keep current with industry trends, technical knowledge, and techniques.
Inspiring trust by demonstrating competence, reliability, sincerity, and caring; demonstrate adaptability and flexibility.

Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or equivalent relevant degree.
Three years of proven success in accounting with an emphasis in budgeting and financial analysis.

Preferred qualifications include:

Public school district experience preferred.
The attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self-directed, responsible, problem solver and skilled communicator. Excellent presentation skills.
The ability to lead and manage projects, from planning through completion, in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
The ability to manage deadlines.
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving, mathematical, and deductive reasoning.
Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
The ability to maintain general accounting function and financial records.
The ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Salary:  View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Salaried Professionals; Salary range: $78,447 to $90,657 annually
Work schedule: 260/261 days/year
Job type or FTE: Full-time
Bargaining unit: Salaried Professionals
Desired start date: July 1, 2024

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
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 Process 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.

.01-.30 FTE Arts Faculty – Secondary 9-12 (All Programs)

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POSTING # 242513-02

Classification: .01-.30 FTE Arts Faculty – Secondary 9-12 in all programs – theatre, musical theatre, dance, instrumental music, vocal arts, visual arts and creative writing. Part-time, hourly.

Start Date: August 21, 2024

Our mission is to provide the highest caliber of academic and artistic education for aspiring pre-professional artists in the areas of instrumental and vocal music, theatre and dance, visual arts and creative writing, and to fully prepare students for college and conservatory.  SPCPA is a unique school where all arts instructors are working professional artists teaching part-time.

Responsibilities

  • Teach the approved curriculum of the school and appropriate content standards of the State of Minnesota.
  • Knowledgeable in subject matter, classroom management techniques, current research-based best practices, and strategies, as well as students’ diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Collaborate with peers to develop, plan, and implement best practices based on the abilities, skills, and needs of the students.
  • Acquire an understanding of the school’s continuous improvement plan and goals, particularly for student achievement. Work to support and achieve those goals.
  • Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development. Be open and responsive to feedback to advance teaching in ways that promote increased attendance, engagement, and learning.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Director of Admissions and Enrollment

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Minnehaha Academy is a Christian school and a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church. 

Our mission is to provide a high-quality education integrating the Christian faith and learning so that students grow in wisdom and stature and favor with God and others.  

Minnehaha seeks a full-time Director of Admission and Enrollment. The Director of Admission and Enrollment executes the strategic vision for admissions and enrollment at Minnehaha Academy. This position works closely with principals and other school leadership to ensure the recruitment, selection, admission, enrollment, and retention of qualified students. The Director leads a relationship-based admissions effort, shepherding students and families through the admission process, and develops programs and initiatives for student retention.

The Director of Admissions and Enrollment reports to the Executive Director of Institutional Development.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities of the Position Include:

*Establishes and maintains the enrollment goals and priorities for the upcoming school year.
*Leads and directs the admission team consisting of three admission counselors and an administrative assistant.
*Works in concert with the Director of Marketing to establish a marketing plan.
*Designs and implements initiatives to retain students.
*Develops a school visitation program (tours and shadow visits) for prospective families.
*Plans and directs all Open Houses, informational programs,  and retention events and coordinates such programs with the principals or other staff.
*Develops strong relationships with local churches and feeder schools for the purposes of supporting current and prospective students for Minnehaha Academy.
*Serves as chair of the Admission Committee for each division.
*Develops effective tracking tools, data analytics and reports to monitor and identify enrollment trends that will aid in informing strategic initiatives and enrollment goals of Minnehaha.
*Develops relationships with current parents and oversees the Parent Ambassador Program. (mentorship to new families)
*Coordinates with international students including conducting interviews, issuing student visas, and liaising with homestay families.
*Works in partnership with the Financial Aid committee to award assistance to families.

Benefits

*Paid time off, sick leave, paid holidays
*Spiritual Retreat Day
*Spiritual Renewal Program
*Healthcare plans with employer contributions
*Dental, Vision and FSA Plans
*Long-term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
*Retirement matching of up to a 5% match after one year of service
*Tuition Remission
*Employee Discount for before and after school care and summer programs
*Graduate Education Reimbursement

Director of Special Education

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Position Title: Director of Special Education
Department / Unit: Richfield Districtwide
Accountable To: Executive Director of Special Programs

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Special Programs, the Special Education Director is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the district’s special education programs serving students ages birth-22. This includes ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, managing special education staff, and collaborating with other district administrators, staff, students, and the community to meet the educational needs of students with disabilities. The Director also works on developing and implementing policies, procedures, and programs to support special education services across the district.

Responsible for oversight of Special Education program management – Percent of Time: 30

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/ responsibility:

  • Provides leadership and administration for the special education department, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local policies and regulations.
  • Develops and implements policies, procedures, and programs to support special education services.
  • Ensure the alignment of department practices with the District’s beliefs, mission, and strategic initiatives.
  • Provides expertise and guidance on the district’s leadership teams and leads strategic planning in special education.
  • Coordinates the maintenance, security, and transfer of complete and cumulative individual records for students receiving special education.
  • Oversees due process procedures as defined by state and federal law pertaining to special education students.
    • Ensures appropriate paperwork is completed on time and processes and procedures are followed;
    • Oversees the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
    • Ensures that all documentation and records related to special education are accurately maintained and updated.
  • Ensures accurate data is available as needed for decision-making and is in compliance with District policies and any applicable Federal, State, or local regulations.
  • Provides leadership, supervision, and direction to department staff, and ensures that staff members have the information and resources to perform their roles and responsibilities.
  • Oversight and direction of Third Party billing.
  • Oversight of student placement in Intermediate 287 programs and other out-of-district placements.
  • Review budget reports and meet with the Executive Director of Special Programs at regular intervals to effectively monitor individual program budgets.
  • Oversees and monitors the Home Bound program to ensure the appropriate types and levels of educational programming are being provided for students whose needs cannot be met in a typical school setting.
  • Assures compliance with district, state and federal policies.

Supervises and/or directs the activities of special education personnel in partnership with building principals and special education supervisor.  Percent of Time: 30

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/ responsibility:

  • Directs and supervises the work of the special education supervisor.
  • Actively participates in recruiting, selection, mentoring, and ongoing evaluation of special education staff in collaboration with building principals and program supervisors.
  • Manages leave requests of licensed staff including working with outside agencies to fill short-term staffing needs.
  • Supervises the staff of South Education Center Transitions + Program and Early Childhood Special Education staff.
  • Approves payroll, expenditures, and staffing in collaboration with the Executive Director of Special Programs.
  • Plans regularly scheduled meetings for direct reports including, Special Education Leads, Psychologists, Speech/Language Pathologists, DAPE,  SEC staff, and ECSE.
  • Completes probationary and on-cycle observations for DAPE staff, Transition + staff, and ECSE staff.
  • Coordinates, leads, and provides professional development opportunities for licensed and non-licensed staff.
  • Coordinates placement of student teachers and practicum students with in-state post-secondary programs.
  • Provides leadership and coaching for special education department leads.

Provides curricular supervision and instructional leadership in special education  Percent of Time: 20

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/ responsibility:

  • Directs and monitors the application of curricula based on research-based best practices for special education.
  • Partners with teaching and learning to align special education curricula and instruction.
  • Collaborates with district administrators, school principals, and staff to integrate special education programs within the general education setting.
  • Oversees the implementation of approved assessment tools.
  • Evaluate selected curricula and assessment tools to determine the effectiveness of implementation and impact on student growth.
  • Analyzes evaluative data and staff feedback to determine professional development needs.

Communication, Collaboration, Conflict Resolution Percent of Time: 20

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/ responsibility:

  • Implements principles and strategies that will result in the meaningful involvement of parents/guardians in their student’s education through supporting general parent engagement and advisory roles.
  • Facilitates the Special Education Advisory Committee.
  • Addresses and resolves issues related to special education services, including conflicts and disputes.
  • Collaborates closely with building administrators and district-level administration to ensure the effective and cohesive delivery of special education programs and services across the district
  • Works closely with the Transportation department to help ensure that students with disabilities are transported to school and other programs in a manner that meets their schedules and special needs.
  • Intermediate 287 – special education member lead
  • Establishes and maintains partnerships with relevant agencies and organizations.
  • Collaborates with other district personnel for student support as needed.
  • Coordinates and facilitates communication between special education staff, parents, and external agencies.
  • Consult with school personnel and parents of children with disabilities regarding appropriate programming and/or follow-up services and ensure appropriate reporting to parents.
  • Participates in all meetings as assigned including local, state, and regional meetings.

Teacher – Speech & Language Pathologist

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1.0 FTE

JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.