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Anticipated Openings 2023-2024 – Special Education Professionals

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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:

Position-specific postings to follow – we anticipate a variety of needs including Special Education Teachers & Paraprofessionals, Behavior Specialist Teachers & Paraprofessionals, Case Managers, Social Work & Community Resource Liaisons, Speech and Language Pathologists, and Early Childhood Special Education Teachers.

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.

Experience: 

Desired previous experience/knowledge includes…

  • successfully working with students struggling with behavior management, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Developmental Cognitive Disorders (DCD), Learning Disabilities (LD), 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:

Will vary by position type, and may include professional certification and/or licensure

Special Education Paraprofessional 6.5 hrs/day

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6.5 hr/day SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
BLUE HERON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% 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, with 78% of them holding 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.

6.5 hr/day- Special Education Paraprofessional
Blue Heron Elementary School

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, supervision of students indoors and/or out of doors, tutoring students under the direct supervision of a teacher, general classroom clerical support, assisting students with hygiene needs, facilitating behavioral redirection and intervention, physically transferring students and assisting in ACE instructional job responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Location                                                      Paid Work Hours
Blue Heron Elementary –                       6.5 hrs/day, 32.5hrs/wk
Special Education Paraprofessional     8:50 AM to 3:50 PM
Start Date- March 27, 2023

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma required.
Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

WAGES: $16.37 per hour

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process. Applications accepted until position is filled.

Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District 12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

Child Care Aide (Summer – June 9 through August 25)

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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

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:

Under the direction of the OST Youth Programs Coordinator and daily guidance of the OST Manager, the Child Care Aide assists in the set up of the child care location and environment in preparation for daily program events, activities, and functions.  The Child Care Aide assists in implementing and monitoring activities to assure the safety of participants and staff, the adherence to program rules and guidelines, and the quality of service.

Preferences
We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students.  Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to growth as evidenced by ongoing professional learning, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area.

Child Care Assistant Teacher (Summer – June 9 through August 25)

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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
 
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:

Under the direction of the OST Youth Programs Coordinator and daily guidance of the OST Manager, the Child Care Assistant Teacher assists in supervising daily activities, events, and stations; interacts with children in activities and learning stations; assists in the preparation of the child care location and environment for daily program events, activities, and functions; and enforces program behavioral rules and guidelines.  The Child Care Assistant assists in implementing and monitoring activities to assure the safety of participants and staff, the adherence to program rules and guidelines, and the quality of service.  The Assistant provides leadership over the site in the absence of the Child Care Teacher.

Preferences
We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students.  Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to growth as evidenced by ongoing professional learning, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area.

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.

Assistant Football Coach, 9th or B-Squad

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Season Dates:  August 14, 2023 – November 15, 2023

Duties:   Assistant Football Coach

  • Lower level, 9th or 10th grade, position assignment TBD based on qualifications and need.
  • Assist in game planning and practice planning for assigned team
  • Work with varsity coordinator to develop appropriate practice plan for assigned positions.
  • Other duties may include role during varsity games.
  • Must be available for summer Mini Camp dates (June 5, 6, 7, 8, 20, 27 July 11, 18, 25, 27 – 8-10:30am)

Required Skills

  • Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and coaches.
  • Candidates should work well in a diverse setting with students and staff.

Preferences: 

A BA/BS Degree and MN Teaching License with coaching certificate highly preferred.

Qualifications: 

A strong background in high school and/or college football competition as a participant and/or coach is required.  Strong work ethic and dedication to furthering the benefits of participation in co-curricular activities.  Leadership skills including but not limited to organization, vision, motivation, and conflict resolution.  Ability to work with student athletes, parents, staff, and community.  Previous experience as a player and/or coach preferred.

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.

Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional

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Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional (1.0 FTE)

Location: Centerbased Early Childhood

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 and 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 SUMMARY:

With supervision…

  • assist licensed teaching staff in the implementation of a comprehensive educational program;
  • work in Early Childhood programs that serve students ages 3-5 with autism, developmental impairments, physical impairments, other health impairments, and behavioral disorders;
  • participate as part of the program and help create classroom environment that is…multicultural/gender/ability fair;
    – developmentally appropriate;
    – favorable to learning and growth; and is
    – based on a commitment that all children can learn.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all expected functions and duties performed. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following…

  • prepare modifciations/adaptations materials for centers and activities daily/weekly as assigned by the teacher
  • work in Early Childhood Programs that serve students ages 3-5 with autism, developmental delays, physical impairments, physical impairments and other health impairmants
  • implement and maintain school programs and services for students with disabilities;
  • collaborate effectively with a lead teacher, while having the ability to work independently;
  • may provide personal care support to students who need assistance including, but not limited to, toileting, dressing, and feeding;
  • meet the District’s standards for employee performance and attendance;
  • successfully work with students with emotional/behavior issues and assist students with academic and social skills; and
  • perform related duties as assigned/requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

An ability to…

  • effectively meet school, student, and program needs;
  • follow teacher’s plans and directions;
  • working effectively and in collaboration with others; and
  • maintain confidentiality

There are physical demands to this position, including…

  • being able to lift 40 pounds;
  • frequent bending and/or twisting; and
  • possibly physically restraining students

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions listed above.

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.