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Special Education Teacher-North Lakes Academy

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North Lakes Academy is looking for a dedicated Special Education Teacher to create a supportive and engaging classroom environment where students can succeed. This role involves working collaboratively with general educators, administrators, and support staff to provide high-quality instruction and individualized support. At NLA, special educators benefit from small caseloads, allowing them to focus on student growth and meaningful collaboration. They are also supported by an experienced team, including an on-site special education administration and evaluation team.

Spanish or Other World Language Grades 7-12-North Lakes Academy

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North Lakes Academy is looking for a qualified and dynamic World Language and Culture Teacher to teach grades 7-12. This educator will inspire students to develop language proficiency and a deeper understanding of global cultures. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, cultural awareness, and strong instructional skills to foster an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Elementary Counselor, Social Worker, or Psychologist-North Lakes Academy

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North Lakes Academy is seeking a professional to provide educational services and activities tailored to the needs of elementary students, with a focus on identifying emerging mental health and educational concerns and implementing appropriate monitoring as needed. This role involves collaborating with teachers and staff to enhance their ability to support students, proactively working to improve student performance.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Handle office referrals and provide behavioral support to teachers throughout the school day.
  • Serve on the crisis management team.
  • Supporting and mentoring staff in implementing proactive strategies to promote student learning and behavioral expectations to create an atmosphere that is welcoming and supportive to all students.
  • Assisting staff in responding effectively to students whose behaviors disrupt the learning environment.
  • Providing social-emotional support and crisis counseling to students, participating in crisis intervention, and making necessary reports to child protection agencies while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
  • Establishing student support groups based on shared needs.
  • Collaborating with the part-time special education social worker, special education teachers, and related service providers.
  • Performing duties similar to those of an assistant principal, partnering with the principal on school-wide initiatives and strategies.
  • Leading North Lakes Academy in its second year of implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
  • Support the supervision of the school day as well as events and activities beyond school hours, including school dances, Parent Teacher Organization  events, concerts, extracurricular programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Principal Secondary School-North Lakes Academy

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Experienced Principal wanted to lead our secondary school, grades 7-12, to continue developing its instructional practices, curriculum, assessments, and professional development. The position reports to the Executive Director. The primary duties are managing the daily operations of a high school, supervising staff, ensuring student success, and leading the school’s improvement effort. The Principal is expected to be visible and engaged at a variety of afternoon and evening events, build strong relationships with families, staff, and students. The Principal is expected to play a strong role in recruitment and retention of staff and students. The Principal is expected to champion our Huskies United efforts which include meaningful collaboration between NLA’s two buildings, both instructionally and collegially.

Director of Special Education-North Lakes Academy

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The Director of Special Education and Student Support Services, under the Superintendent’s guidance, and as a key member of the district leadership team, is responsible for creating and implementing a strategic vision and action plan for these essential services: special education, Section 504, health services, and support for homeless students. Key tasks include ensuring alignment with district goals and compliance with state and federal laws, driving continuous program improvement through data analysis, collaborating with school and district leaders to lead implementation of our strategic plan, and overseeing special education-specific professional development.

The Director fosters collaboration among staff, families, and community partners to promote inclusive practices, high quality instruction, specially designed instruction,  and strong student outcomes. Additionally, the role involves leadership in direct mentorship and development of special education staff,  conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement, and maintaining high standards of quality assurance across all services. The Director also hires and contracts with related services providers and oversees their services. A successful background check is required.