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Emotional Behavior Disorder Teacher

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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 teaching position to work with students with Emotional Behavioral Disabilities (EBD) at Centerview Elementary School, grades K-4.

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…

  • 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;
  • maintain 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 Emotional Behavior Disorders (EBD) 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:

Candidates must meet these qualifications…A current Minnesota Special Education Teaching License in EBD 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.

For inquiries or questions regarding the position, contact Cyndi Steinke, Management Assistant – Student Support Services, at [email protected] or 763.600.5081.

Equity is a priority in 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.

Media or Visual Arts Teacher – 0.5 FTE

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Position Title:  Media or Visual Arts Teacher – 0.5 FTE
Start Date:  2023-2024 School Year

Position is a part-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at Mahtomedi Middle School.  Salary and benefits part of Master Agreement

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid MN Middle School Media Arts or Visual Arts license, or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, and/or equivalent LETRS training.

Qualifications:

  • The Media Arts Teacher must possess strong computer skills and be able to collaborate with other content areas to support arts-integration as well as ensure students are exposed to diverse areas of the media arts and the importance of digital citizenship and copyright laws and regulations.
  • The Media Arts Teacher must be knowledgeable in the use of current and emerging technologies to create photographs, video, audio, computer arts, digital arts, and interactive media for communication. As well as the use of elements of space, time, light, color, motion, and sound to express perspectives and ideas.
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and community
  • Excellent communication skills with students, parents and staff

Responsibilities:

  • Identify the needs of students through formal and informal assessments
  • Plan, develop and implement appropriate lessons to ensure the achievement of student growth
  • Communicate with students, parents and staff on regular basis on student progress
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
  • Foster a community where all people are valued, respected, seen and heard
  • Inspire robust academics, critical and creative thinking and continuous personal growth
  • Create world-class learning experiences that integrate multiple perspectives
  • Update all necessary records accurately as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
  • Attend department, school and parent meetings or functions
  • Other job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Kids’ Choice Program Assistant (School Age Care)

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The Human Resources Department is accepting online applications for the position of Kids’ Choice Program Assistant at Lincoln Center.  The position is scheduled to work 5.25 hours on school days, and 5.5 hours per day on non-school days and during the summer program.

Job Summary
Assist in providing instructional and supervisory support to students enrolled in the School Age Care Program.  This position also assists with prep work for activities, participates in activities and develops positive relationships with children, staff, and parents within the program.

Job Functions

Interact and engage with students participating in School Age Care Program
Supervise and engage with students during activities, small group, craft projects, field trips, computer lab, and all other activities.
Supervise, interact and engage with students on all field trips to ensure a positive and safe experience
Assist with implementing identified curriculum, planning and leading assigned activities.
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, family, and program operation.
Maintain supervision, order, discipline and a safe and secure environment for students at all times.
Maintain and exhibit a positive, concerned, and accepting attitude toward all students and their families.
Assist with adaptation to allow all students to function in program setting.
Communicate effectively with parents, students, and program staff.
Work in small groups to assist all students with daily activities.
Provide a stimulating experience to help the all students grow physically, intellectually, emotionally and creatively, according to his/her individual needs and his/her own ability.
Conduct self in a manner that reflects favorably on the program and school district.
Attend all in-services, workshops, orientations and staff meetings as required.  Staff are required to meet a number of in-service training hours equal to at least 2% of annual hours worked.
Adhere to program guidelines and district policies
Under the direction and guidance of a school nurse, administer medication or carry out minor care as needed.
Assist with emergency care of all students according to program guidelines and district policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

French Teacher – High School (.4 FTE)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of part-time French Teacher (.4 FTE) in our High School for the 2023-24 school year.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teachers’ Collectively Bargained Agreement.

Job Summary
Develop the student’s fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes.

Job Functions

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods.  Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Deliver the district’s written, taught and assessed curriculum.
Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students’ academic and social-emotional development.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic issues or special academic interests.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students’ needs and progress.
Administer standardized, formative and state mandated assessments and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members.
Adhere to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies.
Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

Student Success Coach – TOSA

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The Family Cultural Advocate provides support for learning by helping learners, parents, teachers, and other school staff to give priority to educational equity and cultural relevance into learner engagement, parent engagement, community engagement, and staff development. Also serves as a liaison between families and the school district to help develop and sustain a trusting and supportive relationship that will benefit learners, families, and the district to increase learner achievement.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Indirect Services to Benefit Learners 

Act as a consultant to teachers, administrators and other staff regarding culture, heritage and background for learners and families.
Work with principals to develop a positive building climate that leads to educational equity and achievement for all learners.
Work collaboratively within the Department of Teaching and Learning on various activities.

Family Engagement and Community Relations

Develop positive and constant communication with parents and guardians
Focused on bringing in community resources to support learners, families and the school
Facilitate communication between learners, parents, and school staff to ensure learner achievement

 

Immersion Teacher 1.0 FTE

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Bilingual Elementary Teacher 1.0 FTE – Immersion Program
Lake Elmo Elementary

The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement.  Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Every year our schools and students rank among the highest performing in the state.

We are currently seeking applicants for a bilingual  teacher for our grade five immmersion program at Lake Elmo Elementary for the 2023-2024 school year. The position will be .5 FTE 5th grade classroom teacher and .5 FTE Immersion Teacher Leader.

Candidates should speak Spanish fluently, understand and demonstrate experience with cultural competency. The successful candidate will have a passion for working with and servicing diverse populations. Native Spanish speaking candidates are strongly preferred.