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The Brooklyn Center Community School (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our district as a Speech-Language Pathologist for the upcoming school year. BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student. This position starts in August 2022 and although it is a district-wide position, the current assignment will be working with grades 6-12.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

· We stand front and center

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

· Be part of our school community to support, encourage, and work alongside our students, families, and school staff.

· Provide therapeutic intervention for students with speech/language, processing, and social language disorders. This includes both direct and indirect services.

· Work with students exhibiting a full range of communication disorders, including those involving language, articulation, fluency, voice/ resonance, and swallowing.

· Address personal, social/ emotional, academic, and vocational needs that have an impact on the attainment of educational goals.

· Offer assistance in addressing linguistic and metalinguistic foundations in curriculum learning for students with disabilities, as well as other learners who are at risk or struggle in school settings.

· Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, Medicaid billings, reports.

· Prepares a wide variety of required documentation, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

· Provides speech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success.

· Provides quality culturally competent services.

· Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas.

· Evaluates student progress; maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports.

· Communicates with students, student counselors, and parents/guardians through conferences and other means.

· Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials.

· Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials.

· Participates in school and district committees, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship as required.

· Attends meetings and training sessions as required.

· Other duties as assigned.

General Characteristics of a Brooklyn Center Community Schools Staff:  Collaborative with all stakeholder groups; Demonstrates a growth mindset with students;  Willingness to learn and advance research-based teaching and learning for self and other staff; Focused on creating equitable classrooms and schools; Experience implementing culturally responsive instruction; Evidence of data-driven instructional decision making; Evidence of building strong relationships and communication with families; Ability to differentiate for all learners; Professional and collegial; Experience with instructional technology integration and assistive technology to support high levels of student access and engagement.

Pay and Benefits: Competitive Pay and Benefits based on the contract
Duty Days: 197, Includes 8 paid holidays!

Qualifications: Current license in Pre-K -12  Speech and Language Pathology issued by Minnesota Department of Education, as well as, eligibility for an American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association Clinical Fellowship, or the CCC certification.

Why Choose BCCS?

· Health Insurance with an option of Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA/VEBA)

· Dental Insurance

· Group Life and AD&D Insurance

· Supplemental Life and Dependent Life Insurance

· Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Full-service community school

· Vital Worklife: Supportive counseling and coaching

· Staff Wellness Opportunities: Annual benefits fair, wellness challenges and campaigns, free yoga and personal trainer sessions

· NeoPath Health Clinic: Free, onsite medical care to help you improve your overall health and wellness.  The clinic offers all of the primary care services you would expect from a family physician/general practitioner.

 

We’re not a community on the fringe, we’re a community moving toward a center. Moving in unison with a shift in cultural expectations.  Our voice and achievement will not be disqualified, we’re moving toward a change in history and hearts.  Standing FRONT AND CENTER so we are seen and heard.

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools:  https://www.brooklyncenterschools.org/
Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

 

 

BCCS is looking for student applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

 

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.
·      We stand front and center

·      We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

·      We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

·      Our diversity fuels learning

·      We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated
Summary: With the support of a licensed teacher, Multi-Subject K-12 Tutors will support students in grades K-12 with their math, science, writing, and PLTW homework needs. Tutors will meet with 1-2 students at a time to guide them through homework completion and help to increase their self-sufficiency, self-esteem, and sense of belonging and community.

 

·      Assist students with math, science, writing, and PLTW homework

·      Manage attendance

·      Assist in recruitment for the program

·      Maintain student privacy

·      Work collaboratively with lead teacher

·      Support the social and emotional wellbeing of students

·      Participate in professional development as it arises

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

·      Appropriate content knowledge to support others with their homework

·      Ability to encourage and motivate others

·      Ability to build trust and confidence with peers of all ages

·      Ability to seek support from the lead teacher when necessary

·      Time management skills

·      Ability to work in teams

·      Integrity

·      Reliability

 

Working Conditions: The position will follow the format of the school day as it relates to COVID conditions. Must be willing to perform in person and virtually if necessary. Work is performed in an environment of professionalism, proficiency, and precision.  Must be able to navigate virtual platforms and required technology.

Position Details: Tuesday & Thursday; Earn $14.00/hour

We’re not a community on the fringe, we’re a community moving toward a center. Moving in unison with a shift in cultural expectations.  Our voice and achievement will not be disqualified, we’re moving toward a change in history and hearts.

 

Standing FRONT AND CENTER so we are seen and heard.

 

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools:  https://www.brooklyncenterschools.org/
Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

 

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

 

 

The Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our team as a Special Education Teacher- Extended School Year and Summer Programming. We are offering an inclusive summer program that supports students who are eligible for ESY services and students with disabilities who attend general education summer programming. The Special Education Teacher will provide academic, functional, and transition instruction to students during designated ESY times, and will also support students with disabilities within the general education program and activities. Work is performed under the general direction of the onsite administrator. Continuous supervision is exercised over Educational Assistant’s. BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We stand front and center

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

· Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful, and interesting as well as culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate.

· Provides instructional support and services to students in both the special education classroom and in general education classrooms and enrichment activities

· Selects, adapts, and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills.

· Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and communicates those to students and their families.

· Assesses students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs.

· Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment.

· Responsible for case management and maintaining appropriate due process files during summer programming.

· Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults.

· Models learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.

· Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development.

· Collaborates with general education summer program staff to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students.

· Keeps the students’ needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making.

· Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning.

· Supervise students to ensure a safe, supportive, culturally responsive, equitable, and welcoming learning environment Instruct students in the area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

· Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.

· Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.

· Assesses, identifies, and evaluates the needs of students; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; establishes and maintains standards of behavior.

· Creates and implements behavior modification programs for special needs students.

· Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas.

· Evaluates student progress; maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports.

· Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials.

· Attends meetings and training sessions as required.

· Other duties as assigned.

Pay and Benefits: Pay and Benefits based on the contract
Duty Days: Monday-Thursday June 20 – July 28. No school on July 4th.

Program Hours for students (see below for SEA hours):
ECSE: 8:30-10:30
Elementary: 8:00-2:00
Secondary: 9:00-1:30

*Total Teacher paid hours are variable! Total Teacher work hours include student contact time listed above, in addition to before and after program time supporting breakfast, dismissal, and teacher collaboration. This additional time will add up to approximately 1-2 hours each day depending on the program and students. Additionally, based on enrollment and student needs, Teachers will have the option of working between 4 and 7.5 hours per day. We will try to accommodate all preferences in workday hours, but cannot guarantee the first choice.

Qualifications:

· Experience working as an educational or teacher’s assistant, paraprofessional, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Minnesota Paraprofessional Certification or Minnesota Educational Assistant Certificate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred: 

· Thorough knowledge of the English language structure and content, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

· General knowledge of curriculum and training design principles and methods.

· General knowledge of teaching and instructing individuals and groups.

· Experience in the use of computers and other technology equipment.

· Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively, both orally and in written form.

· Ability to understand and follow instructions precisely.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, officials, associates, families, and the general public.

 

Physical Requirements: Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; may be required to wear a mask and other personal protective equipment in a pandemic outbreak; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools:  https://www.brooklyncenterschools.org/
Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.