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Teacher – Indian Education/SDAS – Dakota

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Position Type:
Teacher District Wide

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

American Indian Education Teacher/SDAS – Dakota

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Provide instruction and support in the curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district, school and/or program for which employed; maintain contact and communication with guardians/caregivers of scholars, working with them in the development of their scholar; design, deliver, and assess curriculum according to district guidelines; provide in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning when applicable and work collaboratively with others. Willing to participate in district and building leadership activities.

Essential Responsibilities:

Develop and teach a comprehensive Dakota language curriculum that includes reading, writing, speaking, and cultural elements.
Design culturally enriched lesson plans that integrate both traditional and contemporary Dakota practices.
Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment to promote language proficiency and cultural understanding among students.
Monitor student progress, adapt teaching strategies as necessary, and provide feedback to support learning and growth.
Collaborate with other educators to incorporate Dakota we language and culture into a broader curriculum.
Partner with the American Indian Education department and school staff to create and review curriculum resources that incorporate Indigenous perspectives.
Support professional development by preparing and leading training sessions to build educators’ capacity to implement the Indian Education for All (IEFA) initiative.
Analyze assessment data to inform curriculum development and targeted intervention strategies.
Document and evaluate staff development efforts to ensure effective training and implementation of resources.
Participate in planning and workshops that increase access to culturally relevant educational content aligned with academic standards.
Assist in creating and curating educational materials that reflect the histories, languages, treaties, and sovereignty issues of Minnesota’s Tribal Nations.
Conduct professional development workshops for educators and school administrators to equip them with effective teaching tools.
Promote awareness of contemporary issues and events impacting Minnesota’s Tribal Nations and Urban Indigenous Communities.
Contribute to curriculum development to respect and incorporate Indigenous perspectives while ensuring alignment with academic standards.
Engage in continual professional development specific to Indigenous education and language pedagogy.
Establish partnerships with local Dakota communities and elders to ensure authentic integration of cultural teachings and to provide students with real-world connections to their learning.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Classroom Teacher Job Description
Staff Development Assessment Specialist (SDAS)

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor’s Degree required.
MN teaching license in American Indian Language & Culture, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*
*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
FTE: .8 Dakota Language Teacher & .2 SDAS
Start Date: ASAP

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Special Education Teacher

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • The licensed Special Education works closely with the district Individualized Student Services Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model.
  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Math Teacher – Nicollet Middle School

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

9-12 Credit Recovery Teacher (Multiple Positions)

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Work directly with students in person and online to support their academic needs
  • Monitor fidelity of student work
  • Maintain contact and communication with students and guardians/caregivers of students
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress
  • Collaborate with Credit Recovery team, Building Staff and Building Administration to improve student achievement
  • Make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technology

Elementary Teacher

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Join Our Team!

 

At Eastern Carver County Schools, we are committed to creating a school environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and included, and where every child has access to the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Our schools empower students to achieve their personal best, engage in lifelong learning, and be thoughtful and responsible citizens. All employees in our school district play an important role in ensuring this goal is achieved and we would love to have you join our team!

 

Elementary Teacher (Grades 4th or 5th)

2 positions available
Bluff Creek Elementary

For more information please contact: Beth Holm at [email protected]
Position Dates:  August 2026 (teachers new to the district should be available for the new teacher workshop that takes place August 18 – August 20, 2026)
FTE  1.0 FTE
Responsible To:  Building Principal

Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills:  See attachment.
Qualifications:  Valid State of Minnesota License in Elementary Education K-6

Salary Range:  $54,153 – $109,599 for a 184-day contract at a 1.0 FTE. Salary will be prorated based on contract days in assignment and FTE, education and experience. Salary and benefits pursuant to the Chaska Education Association (CEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment:  Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Application Procedure:  This position will remain open until filled. Application review process will be 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.

Senior Manager of Special Education

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies for a diverse student population

Knowledge of:

  • Theory and research in education
  • Application of methods used in improving academic achievement
  • Educational assessment practices and techniques
  • Effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
  • Academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
  • Minnesota State Academic Standards
  • School safety procedures
  • Effective supervision and discipline
  • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
  • Instructional technology
  • Current educational theories and practices
  • Evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions
  • Effective supervision, talent management, and progressive discipline
  • State and federal laws relating to students, special education, and District policies and procedures

Skills in:

  • Crisis management, handling emergencies, and de-escalation techniques
  • Effective problem solving
  • Leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Strong oral and written communications for grammatically-correct business correspondence
  • Expertise in Due Process and responding to MDE Complaints

Ability to:

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with key stakeholders through a variety of methods
  • Provide leadership of behavior management and supervision
  • Remain calm in stressful situations, including interactions with demanding and/or upset customers and staff
  • Hold difficult conversations and deal with conflict or performance issues effectively and in a timely manner
  • Facilitate the resolution of conflict
  • Plan, organize, and manage time and resources
  • Exercise excellent judgment and decision making
  • Model District expectations for ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism
  • Accept constructive feedback and engage in continuous improvement
  • Work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Lead and supervise staff and students
  • Remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
  • Multi-task complex issues
  • Apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model

Essential Functions
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

Organizational Management

  • Provide support to the Director of Special Education for program budgets
  • Assist the Director of Special Education in equitable and responsible distribution of resources
  • Assist the Director of Special Education with program and enrollment planning including Extended School Year (ESY)

Curriculum Planning and Professional Development

  • Provide leadership for the implementation of professional development
  • Provide leadership to implement best practice curriculum and instruction for students with disabilities
  • Assist with the development of programs to ensure equitable opportunities to accelerate growth for students with disabilities
  • Collaborate with coaches, Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), and others on ensuring effective instructional practices and the consistent use of curriculum
  • Conduct program evaluation and data analysis to improve outcomes for students

Department Climate/Culture

  • Support Division of Special Education and Itinerant Services with developing and monitoring improvement planning and implementation
  • Participate in team meetings
  • Facilitate team meetings and update staff with pertinent information

Communication

  • Provide critical coaching and leadership to staff that helps ensure educational equity and effective interventions
  • Communicate with member district reps in regards to student programming and services
  • Mediate Staff to Staff, Staff to Student, and Student to Student conflicts

Policies and Procedures 

  • Provide leadership for special education in District 287
  • Provide professional development in curriculum, instruction, service delivery, and due process
  • Provide due process support and direction to staff
  • Provide guidance, support, and direction with respect to fidelity of program implementation for students

Performance Management

  • Collaborate with Director, Assistant Directors, Senior Managers, and others to hire, supervise, and evaluate staff
  • Collaborate and carry out aspects of investigative activities as appropriate and necessary, in collaboration with an Assistant Superintendent, Executive Director, Director, or Assistant Director
  • Provide feedback, support and assistance to licensed instructional staff regarding Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSP), Three-Year Reevaluations, Child Study documentation, and other related areas
  • Provide ongoing formative feedback including walkthroughs on employee instructional practice/performance
  • Utilize problem solving and conflict resolution skills to resolve disputes and ensure students receive a free, appropriate, public education
  • Provide guidance/decision making during IEP meetings