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OSH Student Management Specialist

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Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Student Management Specialist

Location:
Osseo Senior High

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Description:  A Student Management Specialist uses restorative practices to build and maintain relationships between students, teachers, and parents. They help students to grow and to improve behavior while creating individual interventions for students. They also plan for and maintain school-wide systems, structures, and discipline. They are ambassadors for our community and believe passionately in the potential of our students.

Job Summary:

Assists principal in the overall administration of the middle school program;
Performs as a resource for teachers and staff who express concerns for student attendance, student development and/or discipline;
Coordinates efforts with guidance, police liaison officer(s), school psychologist, and/or social worker in meeting with students and parents to discuss improving student attendance and/or behavior;
Consults with families via conference or communication systems concerning student attendance and behavior;
Resolves student behavior concerns in a fair and timely manner and maintains records of disciplinary or referral actions taken;
Closely monitors the physical plant of the schools and grounds and follows-up on student vandalism;
Assists in the interpretation of school district programs relating to student substance abuse and truancy;
Makes recommendations for appropriate revisions of policies and rules effecting student behavior;
Assists in discussing strategies to improve student performance, attendance and development;
Assists in developing and administering practices dealing with campus control and security;
Maintains active relationships with parents, families and students;
Assists in establishing rules governing students sent to the in-school suspension/detention room;
Responds to written and oral communication regarding student development and discipline matters;
Serves as a member of such committees and attends such meetings as directed by the principal;
Assumes responsibility when all administrators are out of the building;
Performs other tasks and assumes responsibilities within the overall scope of the position which the principal may assign.
Qualifications:  EDUCATION:  B. A. Degree

Salary:  View Article 6, Section 2, “Compensation,” on page 3 of the Student Management Specialist contract
Work schedule: 200 workdays/year
Bargaining unit: Student Management Specialists – SMS

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.

Special Education Teachers – Multiple Positions

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • The licensed Special Education works closely with the district Individualized Student Services Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model..
  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Behavior Intervention Teacher- Elementary

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Physical Education/Health Teacher Long Term Substitute

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Substitute – Special Education Educational Support Professionals

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Position Type:
Substitute/Educational Support Professionals

Location:
Various Sites

Closing Date:
until filled

SUBSTITUTE SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL

We offer a variety of substitute positions, including: teachers, educational support professionals, school nurses, KidStop (before and after school program), custodial, food services and more. Please click on the link to learn about our opportunities: Substitute Opportunities

General Purpose of Job: 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. In the absence of the classroom educational support professional (ESP), the substitute ESP supports the classroom teacher in instruction, encouraging student progress, and managing the learning environment.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:  Filling in for absent regular ESP to assist special education teachers and students in the classroom.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties:

Assist in the implementation of the students’ special education instructional plan(s) including physical and behavioral management.  This may include feeding, toileting, and diapering students, based on students’ special needs.
Assist in the implementation and follow-through of the students’ individual plans in all settings in which the program is delivered and as assigned by the supervising teacher.
Assist in the preparation, collection and maintenance of educational materials and equipment.
Complete educational forms, reports and other student related data relevant to the individual student(s) in the special education program as directed by the special education teacher.
Any other duties deemed necessary by the team and approved by the Special Education Coordinator or Special Education Supervisor.

Salary: $19.43/hr

If you are interested in being considered for a Short-Call Substitute Teaching position (Bachelor’s Degree or Higher required) please apply through PELSB at https://mn.gov/pelsb/aspiring-educators/apply/

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.

ESP – Bus

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Position Type:
Transportation/Bus – Educational Support Professional

Location:
Educational Service Center

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 assisting students and drivers in the transportation of students.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Provide a safe and positive experience for students on special education and general education buses.
Assist/accompany child in loading and unloading by operating wheelchair lift or holding hand/arm to support child.
Responsible for securing students in wheel chairs, assisting and securing students into booster seats, and securing students in safety vests.
Cooperates with the driver in maintaining good ridership control.  Corrects disruptive behavior by singing, talking or providing distractions on the bus.
Works with drivers and students to promote positive behavior on special education and general education buses by utilizing our Positive Behavior Interventions Supports (PBIS), bus behavior matrix and bus bucks program.
Assist students in keeping clothes on, being sure articles are not left behind, etc.  Be sure students are comfortable and special seat or equipment stays secured; e.g., wheelchair brake.
Cooperate and communicate with teachers, nurse and parents regarding student behavior/problems.  Give/receive information pertaining to problems.  Informs parents of students’ behavior.
Communicate with transportation office regarding problems with pick-up areas, excessive tardiness and other special problems encountered in providing services.  Informs of severe deviation/problems, e.g., problem student, extreme delays in picking up students, no parent to greet the child, etc.
Complete Bus Conduct and Incident Communications on student’s transportation problems as they arise.
Attend monthly ESP meetings to learn and collaborate on bus ESP issues.
ESP’s will be required to work with two school district calendars.  Some students attend District 287 and will require ESP’s to work on NON-OSSEO days.
Ability to log into district website to report hours worked weekly and review emails as needed.
Assist with answering phones and addressing transportation related questions.
Ability to perform data entry.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform tasks or work with children.
Ability to attend to physical needs of students.
Ability to work inside and outside school bus and in the elements.
Experience with persons with disabilities desired.
Salary: $21.42 to $26.42 hourly; View Classification II (2) salary grid on page 4 (Article 6, Section 1) on Educational Support Professional contract

Benefits: Eight (8) paid holidays; Sick Time; 403b Match; and Medical (based on hours)

Work schedule: 6 hours/day Part-Time; 5 days/week Split Shift (A.M. / P.M.)

Job type : Part-time, school year

Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professional

 

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.