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APPLICATION DEADLINE:Until positions are filled POSITION:Licensed School Nurses, Alliance Education Center in Rosemount MN, Lebanon Education Center in Apple Valley MN, Cedar School in Eagan MN and various Dakota County MN locations STARTING DATE:August, 2016 RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Manage the care of individual students with special health needs and/or mental health needs through assessment, planning and evaluation. Interpret health findings for educational staff regarding impact of health concerns on learning and accommodations required at school. Interpret to medical providers the school related needs of the students. 2.Conduct health reviews and school nurse health assessments (when necessary) on students being evaluated for special education or receiving special education services. 3.Participate on IEP (Individual Education Plan) team for students with health/sensory/physical concerns or impairments that may interfere with learning including providing special education related services (direct and/or indirect) in the area of health/physical when needed. 4.Develop and implement individual health plans and emergency health plans for students with handicapping health conditions that require accommodations to attend school. 5.Perform skilled nursing procedures and delegate nursing care procedures when appropriate including planning, training, monitoring and supervision of delegation using clear written plans for delegates to follow. 6.Assist students and families in obtaining health care in the community by referrals to appropriate agencies. 7.Conduct staff trainings on health related topics.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Until position is filled POSITION:Special Education Teachers, TEA Program, Lebanon Education Center, (elementary and secondary age students), Apple Valley MN STARTING DATE:August, 2016 RESPONSIBILITIES:1.Develop and implement individual educational plans in accordance with district practice and child study procedures. 2.Create a positive learning environment that focuses on the mental health needs of the students. 3.Work cooperatively with team members. In coordination with mental health practitioner, give direction to paraprofessionals assigned to the team. 4.Participate in interdisciplinary teaming and provide home consultation as needed. 5.Comply with School Board policies, and administrative practice, including those procedures outlined in the Special Education Staff and Parent Handbooks.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Until positions are filled POSITION:Special Education Teacher, SUN Program, Cedar School, Eagan MN STARTING DATE:August, 2016 RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Develop and implement individual educational plans in accordance with district practice. 2.Create a positive learning environment with emphasis in functional, leisure and community based training activities. 3.Work cooperatively with team members and parents to develop instructional goals and strategies. 4.Participate in interdisciplinary teaming and provide home consultation as needed. 5.Comply with School Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the Special Education Staff and Parent Handbooks.

Two full-time School Psychologist positions beginning the 2016-17 school year. Job description: To provide school psychology services to students. Application deadline: April 25, 2016 or until filled.

Sojourner Truth Academy is a high-performing, PK-8 open enrollment public charter school. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educators to join our team as a Special Education Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION Every STA teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. STA teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and highly structured learning environment for their scholars. Our core subjects include literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies. Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Prove the Possible *Student achievement is our number one job Drive Results *Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance Instructional Leadership *Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons *Use data to inform instruction Build Relationships *Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position *Serve as a positive force committed to our mission Perform other duties as required and assigned *Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of STA’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior CORE VALUE AND BELIEFS All STA Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. STA EMPLOYMENT LOGISTICS *Sojourner Truth Academy’s work day is 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday * All STA Staff are expected to attend and participate in all monthly Family Events at the school.