Metro

Student Services Coordinator

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,500 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, Centennial students score significantly higher than the state averages in reading and math. The district’s high school graduation rate of 96% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, 77% of whom hold a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents, and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent,” and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

●       Provide leadership in the development, coordination, implementation and
evaluation of programs for students receiving special education services with a primary focus on Birth through Grade 5.

●       Oversight of Early Childhood Special Education programming including hiring, evaluation and management of staff.

●       Attend district and regional Pyramid Model meetings along with provide staff ongoing support and training around Pyramid Model.

●       Provide support and guidance to the Early Childhood Special Education Lead Teacher.

●       Provide guidance and support for Pre-K through Grade 5 in the creation and maintenance of effective safety response teams in regard to student behavior. This includes being trained in Professional Crisis Management (PCM) and Handle With Care (Pre-K).

●       Collaborate with district and building leaders on programming for students with
behavioral needs Pre-K through Grade 5.

●       Facilitate homebased/homebound requests and placements for students with Individual Education Plans Pre-K through age 22.

●       District representative for Pre-K and elementary on district MTSS leadership team (Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions and supports).

●       Provide technical support and ongoing training for staff with SpEd Forms, Schoology, Education Modified.

●       Provide training and ongoing support for special education staff regarding online learning platforms such as VPort (supplemental math), Read 180, Really Great Reading, Benchmark, Math Expressions, etc.)

●       Coordination of Extended School Year (Pre-K-22) June-July.

●       Coordination of McKinney Vento programming (Pre-K-22) including working with staff on identification and resources available for families experiencing homelessness.

●       District contact for students who are in foster care placements (Pre-K-22) including coordination with the county and completing state reports.

●       Manage enrollment process for students with IEPs from inquiry to enrollment and IEP team action for Pre-K through Grade 5.

●       Communicate and consult with teachers regarding instructional programming for students with disabilities or other special needs.

●       Assist in writing evaluation reports and Individualized Education Plans.

●       Interpret issues together with leadership relating to the following: special education due process procedures; compliance with state and federal laws; educational programming for students with disabilities; identification of students with disabilities.

●       Routinely review IEPs for compliance.

●       Communicate directly with parents, as needed in collaboration with building principal and lead teacher.

●       Develop a working knowledge of curricular options, and how they can be adapted and implemented to meet specific student needs; introduce new ways of supporting students with special needs.

●       Provide supervision to special education staff as assigned by Director of Student Services

●       Work with Child Study teams Pre-K-Grade 5 in developing, implementing, and evaluating proper Child Study procedures.

●       Serve as a building level resource to principals, and lead teachers concerning special education issues.

●       Negotiate, conciliate, and mediate conflicts unresolved at the building level to assist in successful programming for students Pre-K-Grade 5.

●       Attend and consult with district wide specific disability area service providers (i.e., speech clinicians, motor team, and assistive technology).

QUALIFICATIONS:

●       Minnesota Administrator license and/or Director of Special Education license required.

●       A Master’s degree in Special Education or related Special Education field preferred.

●       Knowledge or interest in Early Childhood Special Education/Pre-K programming is preferred.

●       Minimum of three (3) years of teaching or supervisory experience within Special Education.

●       Demonstrates successful skills in organization, leadership, communication, and collaboration.

●       Knowledge of Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, rules, regulations and laws related to assignment.

●       Excellent communication skills both oral and written

●       Student focused approach

●       High degree of flexibility

●       Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

●       Proficient with technology and online platforms (Google, SpEd Forms, Infinite Campus, Schoology, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT/REQUIREMENTS:
A. Working Conditions: Must be willing and able to work in the following conditions:
busy, noisy, with consistent interruptions.
B. Physicals Demands: The employee will need the ability to perform the following
actions continuously: sitting, walking, using hands dexterously, talking, hearing. The
employee will perform the following actions occasionally: lifting and carrying up to 25
pounds, reaching, running, stooping, standing, bending, crouching, walking. The
employee must be willing and able to clean up bodily fluids in accordance with safety
procedures. The employee may be exposed to infection at a greater risk than the
average employee.
C. Work Hours and Schedules:
1. Work hours are primarily daytime hours with some evenings for meetings and/or conferences.
2. 12-month position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
12-month position beginning August 1, 2023.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary range will be $105,000-$110,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications. This contract has a competitive paid benefits including – but not limited to – group insurance coverage, vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must apply on our website at www.isd12.org. Select ‘Apply’ at the top of the webpage to begin the application process.
Apply no later than Friday, June 30, 2023.

Questions may be directed to the Office of Human Resources (telephone: 763-792-6008).

Position Title:  Special Education Teacher:  ASD (ASD or ABS licensure)

Start Date:  2023-2024 School Year

Mahtomedi Public Schools is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Mahtomedi High School special education team.  Candidates who are passionate about creating a positive and structured learning environment are encouraged to apply to join our team!

About the Position:

Location:  Mahtomedi High School
Caseload:  Approximately 18-22 students, Federal Setting 1-2
Student Eligibility Categories:  ASD, OHD
Other:  Daily prep (1 period) and case management (1 period) time each day
Due Process Assistants manage scheduling of meetings and filing paperwork
School psychologist/department lead at the school
On-site mental health therapist and mental health practitioner (CTSS)

Position is full-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit.  Salary and benefits part of the Master Agreement.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree; Special Education ASD or ABS teaching license or able to obtain appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Preferred Experience:

Ability to teach students with significant needs in the areas of social, emotional, behavioral and academic development utilizing a progression of interventions.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about creating a dynamic and engaging program environment that provides direct instruction to a variety of learning needs for students who receive services under ASD.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify the needs of assigned students with disabilities 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 a regular basis on student progress
• Write IEP’s (Individual Educational Plans) and Due Process reports in accordance to MDE regulations
• Lead and facilitate IEP meetings
• Create and implement behavior intervention plans
• Attend department, school and parent meetings
• Provide program guidance to paraprofessionals
• 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.