MASA Jobsite Online

Minnesota Association of School Administrators

Metro

Anticipated Openings 2024-2025 School Year – Health Care Specialists, RN or LPN

by

About Spring Lake Park Schools: 

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview: 

A Healthcare Specialist, RN or LPN, working 7 hours/day at Spring Lake Park High School, with students in grades 9-12.

The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes:

  • all students can and will learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
  • in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
  • in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
  • in personalizing care for students so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success

Primary Responsibilities:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to…

  • administer medication;
  • manage students with chronic diseases;
  • upkeep daily online charting and maintain student health records;
  • obtain all health related forms for individual student’s needs;
  • gather immunization records and follow through with compliance standards;
  • submit annual immunization and communicable diseases reports to MDH, by the required deadline;
  • screen for vision and hearing;
  • implement health related services on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), as requested by special education or other school administrators;
  • follow written emergency plans and Individual Health Plans (IHPs;
  • consult with other school staff as necessary to promote total health and wellness of students and staff;
  • participate in the Crisis Response Team (CRT), as requested;
  • provide staff training as needed;
  • participate in 3rd party billing, as directed;
  • uphold confidentiality at all times regarding students and staff; and
  • work under the direction of the Lead Nurse.

Preferences: 

Our preferred candidate demonstrates:

  • collaboration with colleagues;
  • their enthusiasm to work with students;
  • commitment to ongoing learning, as evidenced by graduate-level work or an earned degree, and/or participation in professional development and conferences;
  • experience and expertise as a Registered Nurse (R.N.) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), having worked in the health industry; and
  • knowledge of and application of CPR procedures, dispensing of medication, triage strategies, technology use, and organizational plans.

Licensing Requirements: 

Minnesota Licensed Registered Nurse (R.N.), LPN

Salary: 

Highly competitive salary and benefit package for the region

How to Apply: 

This position will remain open until filled.  Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx.  Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.

With inquiries or questions regarding the position, please contact Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant to Student Services, at [email protected] or 763-600-5081.

Equity is a priority Spring Lake Park Schools and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students.  Spring Lake Park Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Anticipated Openings 2024-2025 School Year – Centerbased Teacher

by

About Spring Lake Park Schools

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview:

1.0 FTE Special Education teacher to work with students in a Centerbased classroom; positions may be in grades K-12. Openings have yet to be determined.

The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes:

  • all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
  • in the need to work interdependently with families, teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
  • in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
  • in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success.

Primary Responsibilities:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to…

  • creating and delivering ability and age appropriate lessons in a setting 3 classroom;
  • leading a team of paraprofessionals in meeting students’ needs;
  • communicating with parents to provide regular updates on student successes and challenges;
  • collaborating with principals, special education coordinator and staff, and professional learning communities, to ensure student needs are being met;
  • maintaining student records of services provided, following Due Process best practices and compliance;
  • acting as a Case Manager for students in your classroom and participate in IEP and evaluation summary meetings; and
  • perform other related duties, as assigned.

Experience: 

Desired previous experience/knowledge includes…

  • successfully working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and a strong desire to do so;
  • writing solid Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
  • applying current trends in the field of behavior interventions and support;
  • utilizing standardized assessment tools;
  • effectively collaborating with a team; and
  • constructively communicating with parent/guardian and team members.

Qualifications:

Must meet these qualifications…

  • A current Minnesota Special Education Teaching License in ASD or ABS
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult-size body weight with two-to-three-person lift).

Salary:

Highly competitive salary and benefit package for the region.

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed as received and qualified candidates will be interviewed until the position is filled.  Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx.  Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.

With inquiries, please feel free to contact Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant – Student Support Services, at [email protected] or 763.600.5081.

Equity is a priority for Spring Lake Park Schools and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students.  Spring Lake Park Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Anticipated Openings 2024-2025 School Year – Case Manager

by

About Spring Lake Park Schools

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview:
A 1.0 FTE Special Education Due Progress Case Manager position to work with students with disabilities within Spring Lake Park Schools. The position includes case managing students, the writing of IEPs, coordinating meetings, teaching of social skills and behavior management techniques to students, providing consultation to school staff and parents, working collaboratively with school staff in the general and special education environments, and managing all aspects of Due Process procedures and mandates.

The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes…

  • all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
  • in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
  • in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
  • in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success.

Primary Responsibilities:
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to…

  • develop and provide direct social, emotional, and behavior instruction;
  • conduct formative assessment, and monitor progress, to guide instructional planning;
  • conduct academic, social, emotional, and behavioral assessments as part of special education evaluations;
    consult and partner with general and special education staff;
  • maintain student records of services provided, following Due Process best practices and compliance;
  • facilitate IEP and evaluation summary meetings; and
  • perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience: 
The candidate must be knowledgeable in types of behavioral and academic interventions appropriate for students and must be proficient in aspects of instruction including student and classroom management, assessment, instructional delivery, and intervention.  The candidate must also be committed to continuous improvement and professional learning.

Qualifications:
Successful candidates will…

  • effectively collaborate and successfully communicate regularly with school staff and students’ families to make educational decisions, using family and community resources to support learning;
  • facilitate positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults;
  • regularly assess student learning, as well as students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs, by using multiple forms of assessment;
  • use student assessment findings to provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet student needs; and
  • demonstrate a solid knowledge of Special Education Due Process procedures to case manage and maintain appropriate Due Process files.

Licensing Requirements:
Must have current Minnesota license in Special Education, such as EBD, DCD, ABS, ASD, or SLD.

Salary:
Highly competitive salary and benefit package for the region.

How to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed as received and qualified candidates will be interviewed until the position is filled.  Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx.  Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.

With any inquiries regarding the position, please contact Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant for Special Education and Student Services at [email protected] or 763.600.5081.

Equity is one of Spring Lake Park Schools’ core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students.  Spring Lake Park Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Anticipated Openings 2024-2025 School Year – Speech Language Pathologist

by

About Spring Lake Park Schools

Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Program Information:

This position will work with students district wide and their families, servicing students in General and Special Education settings within Spring Lake Park schools.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will provide excellent instruction and case management skills to students with speech/language and other types of disabilities.  This includes:

  • providing direct instruction to students;
  • working collaboratively with school staff and family homes, while managing all aspects of due process procedures and mandates;
  • communicating with parents to provide regular updates on student successes and challenges;
  • collaborating with principals, special education coordinator and staff, and professional learning communities, to ensure student needs are being met; and
  • maintaining student records of services provided, following Due Process best practices and compliance

… firmly believes…

  • all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
  • in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
  • in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success.

Qualifications:

Necessary qualifications include…a M.A./M.S. or Ph.D. degree;

  • current Minnesota State Licensure in Speech Language Pathology;
  • creative planning and organizational skills, and
  • highly effective interpersonal skills
  • We will consider and support clinical fellows who are looking to gain authentic school speech experience.

Salary:

Highly competitive salary and benefit package for the region.

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position will remain open until filled.
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx.

Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.
With inquiries, please feel free to contact Cyndi Steinke, Student Services Management Assistant, at [email protected] or 763-600-5081.

Equity is one of Spring Lake Park Schools’ core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students.  Spring Lake Park Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Executive Director

by

Mission:
International Spanish Language Academy, a Pre-K through 5th grade Spanish immersion community, empowers the whole child by nurturing the development of personal growth, strong character, academic excellence, and global vision.

About the Position:
We are seeking an extraordinary individual to lead the International Spanish Language Academy (ISLA) into our next phase as a growing school. This individual should have a passion for elementary education, diversity, innovation, and language immersion. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and be responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the school. They will be an ex-officio, non-voting member of the School Board and will participate in Board committees as well. The Executive Director will be supported by an engaged parent community, Board committees, an involved PTO, and a knowledgeable authorizer, IQS. Most importantly, this person will supervise a talented and enthusiastic international staff of globally-minded individuals. ISLA’s Executive Director will have successful experience in leadership and embody the International Baccalaureate (IB) attributes that are taught to ISLA students. They will help fulfill ISLA’s mission and support ISLA’s continued growth.

About the School:
International Spanish Language Academy (ISLA) is a growing Spanish immersion charter school. It opened in the fall of 2007 as a public elementary school and expanded further with a private pre kindergarten program (El Nido) in 2021. It is located in Edina, Minnesota and currently serves just over 400 students in grades PreK-6. ISLA is a public charter school centralizing its focus around full Spanish language immersion programming. This method of instruction, along with a rigorous academic program, provides students with a high level of proficiency in both Spanish and English. ISLA promotes strong character through the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme, also referred to as PYP. PYP promotes the total growth of the developing child, touching hearts as well as minds. The program encompasses social, physical, emotional, and cultural needs in addition to academic success. ISLA values our global community and strives to make connections by respecting and understanding the views, values, and traditions of individuals and cultures. Our school provides a quality education that prepares critically thinking, socially capable, culturally aware young people to thrive in a diverse, global society.

In accordance with MN124E.12

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Executive Director Position

  • Effective Communication
    • Work with administration to ensure there is a developed and effective system of communication among teachers, staff, the School Board, students, and parents
    • Articulate educational programs and needs to the community
    • Grow ISLA’s presence to present and potential stakeholders through English and Spanish media opportunities as well as building relationships
  • Personnel Leadership
    • Ensure that employment legal requirements are met
    • Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
    • Recruit, interview, and select staff in close partnership with the HR Committee in support of the school’s mission
    • Ensure that all staff receive appropriate onboarding, training, evaluation, and oversight
    • Review and revise staff job descriptions in collaboration with the School Board and HR Committee for any leadership and non-classroom positions
  • Strategic Leadership of Operations
    • Oversee execution of ISLA’s strategic plan
    • Ensure implementation of all school policies
    • Collaborate with the Governance Committee when new/revised policies are needed, and/or when there are barriers to executing current policies
  •  Financial Management
    • Prepare the overall school budget, and work to ensure all expenditures are within limits and in alignment with school priorities
    • Research funding sources, and write funding proposals to increase the financial health of the school
    • Ensure that the school complies with all applicable legal requirements relating to taxation, finances, and withholding payments
    • Oversee preparation and dissemination of financial reports to required stakeholders
    • Work closely with the school’s Business Manager to meet associated deadlines
  • Legal and Compliance Management
    • Work with the school’s authorizer (IQS) to ensure compliance with charter school regulations and other applicable laws
    • Ensure that personnel, student, and volunteer data are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained
  • Community Relationships 
    • Maintain a positive relationship with the school’s authorizer (IQS)
    • Oversee the development and implementation of the school marketing plan
    • Participate in community affairs to understand the needs and perspectives of various stakeholders
    • Attend a reasonable number of student and staff events
    • Seek to stay informed about educational policies, practices and trends, especially those that could/would advance the ongoing quality of the ISLA school educational environment
  • Instruction and Assessment Leadership
    • Collaborate closely with members of the administrative team, clearly delineating roles and delegating responsibilities
    • Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of curricula, programs, and services
    • Ensure the curricula, programs, and services offered by ISLA are aligned with the school’s mission
    • Support direct reports, inclusive of teachers, Dean of Academics, Dean of Students, IB coordinator, administrative assistant and operations manager/bookkeeper, etc.
  • Equity Championship
    • Guide school outreach efforts to build and support the growth of a diverse student population
    • Lead and ensure the effectiveness of institutional-level changes to address issues of systemic bias that impact diversity, equity and inclusion
    • Engage, inspire, and support the involvement and inclusion of community members in the strategic equity goals

ECFE Teacher – (1.0 FTE) – has been posted. EdPost ID # 426881

by

ECSE Special Education Teacher  B-5
Family Learning Center and District Wide
For More Information contact: Danielle Fields at [email protected]

Position Start Date:  July 1, 2024 (stretch calendar July-June)
FTE: 1.0 FTE
Responsible To:  Building Principal; Special Education Director/Supervisor
Qualifications: Valid State of Minnesota License in ECSE
Compensation: Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills:  Plan for, develop and implement individual family service plans and individualized education programs and instruction for children in their home or early childhood setting in collaboration with caregivers, and other educational professionals and administrators. See attachment.

Application Procedure:  This position will remain open until filled. Application review process is ongoing until filled. Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (only online applications will be accepted).

All job offers from Eastern Carver County Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 112 School Board approval. If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Eastern Carver County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.