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Director of Special Education

June 24, 2025 by South Washington County Schools

POSITION SUMMARY:Plans, directs, and controls activities to achieve or exceed objectives in assigned areas of responsibility, including Special Education and Student Support Services.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
Program Development:

Direct staff in the development, management, and articulation of special education and health programs. Develop and manage the budgets for those programs under the direction of this position.
Prepare recommendations for new programs, program changes, facilities, staffing, equipment, and financing in all program areas under the direction of this position.
Prepare an annual plan and report that summarizes student participation, financing, and other related information relative to the programs under the supervision of this position.
Provide specific program evaluations that assist administration in the evaluation of program effectiveness and cost/benefit in those areas under the supervision of this position.
Represent the district and serve as liaison person with the Minnesota State Department of Education; keep district administration aware of changes, funding, accounting, reporting, evaluation, and staff certification; monitor changes in Federal, State, and local legislation and guidelines affective areas under the supervision of this position.
Ensure claims, complaints, and inquiries are handled promptly and appropriately.
Work cooperatively with other departments and agencies so that the needs and welfare of district students will be met.

Staff Development:

Delegate duties, responsibilities, and authority so each individual can make maximum use of his/her experience and skills.
Provide or encourage participation in staff development opportunities for those you supervise to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their jobs; encourage individual development to meet the future needs of the school district.
Conduct appropriate job search for qualified candidates for vacancies in the programs under the supervision of this position.
Participate in annual review/evaluation of new hires in cooperation with building administration. Make recommendations for retention of new employees.
Participate in District-level leadership activities and committees.

Personal Development:

Keep current with new laws, trends, materials, and methods in programs under the supervision of this position.
Attend meetings, conventions, conferences, and events that will contribute to an awareness and understanding of changes and new procedures in the programs under the supervision of this position.

Public Relations Development:

Promote public awareness and understanding of the programs under the supervision of this program.
Invite public participation through publications, presentations, news releases, and the use of advisory committees.

Other duties as assigned

Staff Development Assessment Specialist – SECONDARY 1.0

June 24, 2025 by Osseo Area Schools

Position Type:
TEACHER – ISD 279 CONTINUING CONTRACT ONLY
Location:
Educational Service Center
L&A SDAS – SECONDARY

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Develop, deliver, and assess differentiated job-embedded professional development for individuals, grade levels, departments, buildings, and district; build capacity in staff to meet system-wide and local school initiatives to ensure equitable student achievement gains; foster development and growth of professional learning communities and individuals; support and implement district, school, program and department goals and objectives; support department leaders implement program improvement plans within grade band, curriculum, or program area of responsibility; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and buildings to improve scholar achievement; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies; participating in leadership activities; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and support when applicable; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district and department at the discretion of the supervisor. The SDAS supports the Coordinator of Learning and Achievement to implement the Continuous Program Improvement Process for program area(s) within their grade band of responsibility.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Staff Development Assessment Specialist (SDAS)
Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor’s Degree required.
MN teaching license in appropriate field.
Demonstrated leadership experience with adults.
*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Preferred qualifications include:

Master’s Degree preferred.
Previous experience in district level curriculum work preferred.
11 or more years of teaching experience preferred.

Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
FTE: 1.0 – 191 work days

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.re reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

AESP – Class IV-A – Resource Manager Administrative Assistant (.5 FTE)

June 24, 2025 by Osseo Area Schools

Position Type:
Administrative Assistant/Clerical/Resource Manager

Date Posted:
6/3/2025

Location:
Birch Grove Elementary

Closing Date:
until filled

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing specialized clerical and technical duties related to the assignment or placement, as well as related responsibilities requiring creative solutions to specialized site/department needs. Answer correspondence and assemble highly confidential and sensitive information. Interact with a diverse group of external customers as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize and carry out a diversified workload, and make recommendations for changes in office practices or procedures.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Customer Service:

Delivering customer service that embodies the District mission.
Assisting site/department leaders with communications.
Acting as a liaison between parent(s), student(s), guardian(s), community and site/department staff.
Communicating and coordinating services with internal and external vendors to ensure adequate service to our school system.
General Office:Delivering support for multiple site, departmental and/or program initiatives.
Performing general office duties such as typing, filing, copying, faxing.
Scheduling and preparing materials, rooms and sites for meetings, events and/or conferences.
Creating, updating and maintaining handbooks and manuals.
Ordering supplies and tracking inventory (general office and equipment).
Verifying and processing vendor invoices.
Processing monetary deposits and/or refunds as needed.
Attending meetings and recording meeting minutes as requested.
Developing and distributing communications to site/department, and internal and/or external vendors.
Maintaining site, department and/or supervisor’s calendar.
Records:Scanning and/or retrieving information located on the system’s network.
Creating and/or entering data into spreadsheets and/or databases.
Preparing and maintaining records (staff and student records).
Maintaining and updating records for site/department.
Creating, updating and maintaining handbooks and manuals.
Coordinating name badge renewal for site/department.
Organizational Management:Providing work direction for special projects/assignments.
Assisting with staffing database input.
Maintaining records on staff absences.
Assisting with the interviewing process with applicants and supervisors.
Health and Safety:Assisting and coordinating with Human Resources the access rights to site/building systems.
Maintaining and distributing emergency call lists.
Issuing leave/appointment passes/partial absence slips to students.
Maintaining a safe environment for students.
Supervising students at lunch and recess as needed.
Facilitating communication between site/department leaders/staff to alert about emergency situations.
Coordinating and monitoring drills and evacuations.
Organizing the bus safety program

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

Minimum qualifications include: High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Understanding of data entry concepts.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and database management software and word processing skills.
Fundamentals of general office and general administrative procedures and operational requirements.
Understanding of office equipment and typical productivity software, databases or customized systems/applications.
Knowledge of basic record retention, record/file/database maintenance requirements.
Understanding of data privacy requirements, laws and rules as it pertains to job assignments.
Skilled in:The attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self-directed, responsible, problem solver and skilled communicator.
The ability to collaboratively solve problems.
The ability to work in an organized, efficient, and process-oriented manner.
The ability to apply and follow record keeping procedures and protocols to maintain and process data.
The ability to perform work assignments requiring attention to detail, confidentiality, precision and accuracy in accordance with set deadlines.
The ability to perform assigned functions with minimal direction in accordance with established set departmental operations.

Salary: View salary grid on Page 5, Section 1, and Classification IVA, Pages 6 – 7, Section 3 of the Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs) contract
Work schedule: 4 hrs/day, 219 days per year
Bargaining unit: Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs)
Desired start date: ASAP

Osseo Area Schools offers:

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

OSH Activities Coordinator

June 24, 2025 by Osseo Area Schools

Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Coordinator

Location:
Osseo Senior High

Closing Date:
until filled

Job Summary: Under the direction of district administrators and building principals, the District Activities Coordinator is responsible to lead comprehensive planning, implementation, and evaluation of the student activities program in the secondary schools. Duties include administering federal, state, and local policies; managing the activities budget in accordance with district guidelines; supervising coaching and support staff; arranging logistics associated with facility use, transportation, and events; managing data; communicating with stakeholders; and coordinating district practices and procedures.

Program Oversight: Coordinate comprehensive planning, implementation and evaluation of district and building level extra-curricular/co-curricular athletics and activities at the secondary level.Coordinate common practice with other Activities Coordinators.
Implement MN State High School League rules, district policy, building procedures and all applicable federal and state rules.
Analyze data regarding activities programs and develop recommendations for improvement.
Attend events.
Supervise student and audience conduct at events.

Facilities, Equipment, Supplies Management: Develop systems and procedures for effective and efficient utilization of district and building facilities, equipment, and supplies.Administer District Policy 902 – Use of School District Facilities and Equipment. Determine school sponsored practice, game, and tournament schedules, complete facility use permit request forms for scheduling all after-school, evening, week-end, summer, and holiday use, and submit to Community Education for district-wide scheduling.
Determine schedules for facility use and evaluate need for repair and maintenance.
Initiate requisitions for supplies and equipment.
Manage the maintenance and storage of all equipment.
Coordinate arrangements for all regular and tournament activities including schedules, facilities, officials, security, support staff, and transportation.

Personnel: Supervise and direct the work of equipment manager, coaches, assistant coaches, program secretary, ticket takers, event supervisors and all related personnel.Recommend the selection, suspension, discharge, transfer, and discipline of all program staff.
Implement appropriate employment procedures as determined by the Human Resources Department.
Evaluate all program staff; promote their professional growth and development.
Train program personnel in relevant topics including district policies and MSHSL rules.
Arrange for game officials and trainers.
Coordinate event security.

Fiscal Management: Develop and administer the district activities/athletic budget.
Ensure adherence to fiscal accountability practices established by the business office for all financial transactions.
Monitor and evaluate revenue and expenditures; Develop recommendations for budgetary adjustments.
Coordinate purchase of supplies and equipment among buildings to ensure purchasing efficiency.
Maintain financial records.
Prepare periodic and annual financial reports.
Monitor all fundraising activities including booster club activities.

Record Keeping/Data Management: Develop systems and procedures for effective and efficient collection, analysis, and dissemination of financial and programmatic data.Implement all necessary data and reporting functions.
Collect and disseminate as necessary all records, reports, and data related to the activities program including MSHSL eligibility data, student participation fees, gate receipts, transportation, awards, and participant files.
Develop written records documenting current rules, regulations, expectations for program staff and other items necessary for program coordination among secondary schools.
Ensure continuous improvement of data management systems and procedures.

Communication: Establish effective relationships with stakeholder groups including students, parents/guardians, community groups, district staff, league officials, and other school districts.Coordinate activities with the local athletic conference.
Represent District 279 at conference, region, and state events.
Collaborate with building administrative team and serve on building/district committees as needed.
Disseminate publicity information to stakeholder groups and media.
Ensure effective communication with District 279 Community Education Department.
Provide leadership to coaching staff which results in effective communication to parents/guardians and effective conflict resolution.

Qualifications: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.
Contract Group: Management Personnel I-M
Benefits: According to contract
Salary: View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement
Job type: Full-time, Exempt
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M

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.

Assistant Principal – Elementary School

June 24, 2025 by Osseo Area Schools

Position Type:
Administration-Licensed/Assistant Principal, JobID: 30698
Location:
Rush Creek Elementary
Closing Date:
until filled

Click here to apply today.

Job summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by planning and directing the instructional programming and managing the operational and personnel requirements of Rush Creek Elementary School under the direction of the lead principal.

Responsibilities and tasks:

Indicators of Strategic Leadership Practice:

Articulates a vision and develops implementation strategies for change that results in measurable achievement gains for all students and closes the achievement gap.
Fosters a shared commitment to high expectations for student achievement, high standards of teaching and learning, and a culturally competent environment where diversity is valued.
Builds a strong and positive sense of community in the school by honoring the important roles of race and culture, its traditions, artifacts, symbols, values, and norms.

Indicators of Instructional Leadership Practice:

Provides the structure and opportunity for the development, alignment, implementation, and evaluation of relevant and rigorous curricula tied to state academic and college and career readiness standards.
Collaborates with teachers to examine student and school data to measure student learning and growth, identify achievement gaps, and develop strategic interventions that improve learning and close identified gaps.
Facilitates reflective practice, inquiry, and action research to identify and monitor the impact of interventions and determine high-yield instructional strategies that improve student learning.

Indicators of Performance Management Practice:

Provides timely, appropriate, quality professional development and facilitates learning teams that gather information, analyze data, examine issues, and develop new approaches to improve teaching and learning.
Routinely observes instruction and provides ongoing feedback and coaching to teachers and other staff in a fair and equitable manner in order to support professional growth.
Provides effective and timely supervision and evaluation aligned with local district goals, state regulations, and contract provisions and uses these processes to facilitate development, remediation, and/or removal of under-performing staff members.

Indicators of Professional and Interpersonal Relationship Skills Practice:

Models appropriate personal, professional, and ethical behavior that is respectful and fair, enhances the image of the school and the profession, and inspires others to higher levels of leadership and performance.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and facilitates groups effectively.
Welcomes and honors families and stakeholders by engaging them in a meaningful dialogue regarding student learning, the work of the school, and its needs and accomplishments.

Indicators of Resource Management Skills Practice:

Distributes leadership responsibilities, shares decision making, and supervises daily ongoing management structures and practices to enhance teaching and learning.
Maintains a safe environment by addressing real and potential challenges to the physical and emotional safety and security of students and staff that interfere with teaching and learning.
Develops and implements a budget process that manages fiscal expenditures consistent with district and school goals, policies, and available resources that is focused on results in improved student achievement.

Additional duties/responsibilities:

Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned by the principal.

Minimum qualifications:

Must hold or be eligible for a license as a K-12 school principal in Minnesota.
Experience as an assistant principal or in another school leadership capacity is strongly preferred.
Multi-lingual speakers preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please include a letter of interest and three (3) letters of recommendation.
This posting is open until filled. However, applications received by Monday, June 30, 2025, at 4:00 PM will receive first consideration.

Salary: Classification J-1, $118,946 to $142,493 annually
Working schedule: 210 workdays/year
Bargaining unit: Principals
Desired start date: July 1, 2025, or as soon as possible

Osseo Area Schools offers…

Competitive salary and benefits
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

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 and Drug Screen Process Upon Conditional Offer:

2025-26 Special Education Teachers, 1.0 FTE each

June 20, 2025 by Minnetonka Public Schools

Job Duties and Requirements:

1.    Develop and provide programming based on Individual Educational Plan and make recommendations based on analyzed assessment data.
2.    Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, emails, conferences, etc.
3.    Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
4.    Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
5.    Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
6.    Responsible for case management of special education students
7.    Complete required Due Process procedures within mandated time frames.
8.    Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Specific Responsibilities:
1.    Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2.    Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3.    Respond in emergency situations.
4.    Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5.    May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom.
6.    May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.
7.    Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
8.    Participates in training on third party reimbursement and implement third party reimbursement tasks as needed.

Knowledge and Skills:
1.    Experience understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders.
2.    Strong curriculum background with experience teaching core content curriculum and with teaching strategies.
3.    Has previous experience teaming with special and regular education staff.
4.    Has experience with providing developmental skill instruction in the areas of reading, language arts, math and social skills curriculum.
5.    Has demonstrated knowledge in using a variety of behavior management strategies.
6.    Evidence of positive communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
7.    Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
8.    Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
9.    Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
10. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
11. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.

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