The Director of Behavior and Mental Health Services develops, implements, and evaluates a student-centered system that integrates behavior intervention, mental health support, and special education across Hiawatha Academies. This role includes school psychology functions, such as special education evaluations, and plays a vital part in social-emotional learning, crisis intervention, and data-informed decision-making. Grounded in a holistic student model, the Director collaborates with network leaders, educators, student services teams, families, and community partners to create a trauma-informed environment that supports academic success, emotional resilience, and social development.
Metro
Special Education Teacher – ECSE/Kindergarten Teacher
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
Teacher: Art (.67 FTE)
Position Summary: The classroom teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student learning, and maintaining an effective classroom environment. This role includes planning lessons aligned with curriculum standards, assessing student progress, and collaborating with colleagues, families, and administrators to support student success.
Qualifications:
- Required: Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license appropriate for the assigned subject/grade level and bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Preferred: Prior teaching experience in the assigned subject/grade level and familiarity with technology integration and various instructional strategies.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Instruction & Classroom Management
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with District and state standards.
- Create and maintain a structured, engaging classroom environment that supports learning.
- Use a variety of instructional methods and assessments to monitor student progress.
- Set clear expectations for behavior and apply consistent classroom management strategies.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet student learning needs.
- Student Support & Professional Relationships
- Build positive relationships with students to support their academic and personal growth.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with District policies.
- Be available to provide additional support for students as needed.
- Collaboration & Professionalism
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Follow District policies and curriculum guidelines approved by the Board of Education.
- Participate in school meetings, initiatives, and professional learning communities.
- Maintain professionalism in all interactions and adhere to ethical and legal guidelines.
- Support a positive and productive school culture.
- Professional Growth & Development
- Stay current with best practices in teaching and participate in professional development.
- Attend required training, workshops, and staff meetings.
- Implement innovative teaching techniques and educational strategies.
- Other Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in school events, meetings, and conferences as required.
- Maintain regular, punctual attendance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by school administration.
- Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting, carrying, or pushing of materials and classroom equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and through electronic means.
- Work primarily in a classroom setting, with occasional outdoor supervision and off-site activities.
Terms of Employment:
- Contract Length: 192 days per school year.
- Evaluation: Performance evaluations will be conducted by the Building Principal or Assistant Principal in accordance with Hudson School District Board of Education policies.
Teacher- Instrumental Music (Orchestra)
Position Summary: The classroom teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student learning, and maintaining an effective classroom environment. This role includes planning lessons aligned with curriculum standards, assessing student progress, and collaborating with colleagues, families, and administrators to support student success.
Qualifications:
- Required: Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license appropriate for the assigned subject/grade level and bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Preferred: Prior teaching experience in the assigned subject/grade level and familiarity with technology integration and various instructional strategies.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Instruction & Classroom Management
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with District and state standards.
- Create and maintain a structured, engaging classroom environment that supports learning.
- Use a variety of instructional methods and assessments to monitor student progress.
- Set clear expectations for behavior and apply consistent classroom management strategies.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet student learning needs.
- Student Support & Professional Relationships
- Build positive relationships with students to support their academic and personal growth.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with District policies.
- Be available to provide additional support for students as needed.
- Collaboration & Professionalism
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Follow District policies and curriculum guidelines approved by the Board of Education.
- Participate in school meetings, initiatives, and professional learning communities.
- Maintain professionalism in all interactions and adhere to ethical and legal guidelines.
- Support a positive and productive school culture.
- Professional Growth & Development
- Stay current with best practices in teaching and participate in professional development.
- Attend required training, workshops, and staff meetings.
- Implement innovative teaching techniques and educational strategies.
- Other Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in school events, meetings, and conferences as required.
- Maintain regular, punctual attendance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by school administration.
- Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting, carrying, or pushing of materials and classroom equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and through electronic means.
- Work primarily in a classroom setting, with occasional outdoor supervision and off-site activities.
Terms of Employment:
- Contract Length: 192 days per school year.
- Evaluation: Performance evaluations will be conducted by the Building Principal or Assistant Principal in accordance with Hudson School District Board of Education policies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Position Type:
Nursing/LPN
Location:
Park Center Senior High
Closing Date:
Until Filled
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 professional nursing to support the educational progress of all children K-12.
Responsibilities and tasks include:
Administer medication and/or specialized health care treatments to students as directed by physicans and authorized by parents or guardians.
Follow protocols, procedures and written care plans to administer medications, nursing care procedures, and episodic care under the delegation and guidance of the RN/LSN.
Monitor health status of students and performs first aid, emergency care and other illness interventions per district protocols, monitoring vital signs and nursing observation skills. The LPN will consult and communicate with the delegating RN/LSN and obtain direction from the RN/LSN regarding questions that fall outside the scope of the LPN practice.
Follow the individual emergency plan or IHP.
Immediately reports any injuries or 911 calls to the supervising RN/LSN and records information for accident report.
Conduct vision and hearing screenings. Facilitate referrals to health care agencies or facilities when requested under the direction of the RN.
Monitor student health and obtain immunization records to prevent and control communicable disease. Report annually to State Dept for students K-12.
Excuse or re-admit students for health reasons in accordance with districts protocols, building procedures and state and county health department exclusion guidelines under the direction and consultative advise of the RN.
Provide ongoing observation and feedback on student health status to the RN/LSN.
Establish and maintain a student health record that contains the health status of the student, a record of immunizations, history of physical and other health conditions that may affect the education of the student.
Order and maintain adequate first aid and health care supplies.
Acts as a resource person for health education materials and promote a healthy school environment.
Refers health education requests to the RN/LSN.
Identifies names of students to RN/LSN that needs assessment for health education/counseling.
Minimum Qualifications include:
Must be a licensed practical nurse currently licensed in the State of Minnesota
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include:
Basic first aid and health screening
Ability to communicate and foster positive working relationships with students, patrents and staff.
Ability to teach health information to student groups.
Public health background preferred.
Current CPR
Computer skills preferred.
Salary: View salary grid on Page 7, Section 2 of the Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses contract
Work schedule: School year 2025-2026
Job Type or FTE: Full time, 35 hours per week.
Bargaining Unit: Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses
Osseo Area Schools offers:
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
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.
Community Liaison
Position Type:
Equity-Nonlicensed
Location:
Educational Service Center
Closing Date:
until filled
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Family and Community Engagement Coordinator, the Community Liaison enhances student learning by helping students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other school staff to center racial equity and cultural relevancy into student engagement, parent engagement, community engagement, and staff development. Furthermore, to build and maintain supportive relationships that strengthen student and family connections to school and support the elimination of racial disparities, racial isolation, and to achieve equitable student achievement.
Responsibilities and tasks include:
Providing an ongoing marketing and promotion plan and public information program aimed at continuously informing internal and external stakeholders about Family and Community Engagement programs and services.
Managing and compiling data regarding Family and Community Engagement outreach activities; developing recommendations for program goals and improvement; assisting in preparation of periodic reports.
Scheduling, planning and conducting meetings with stakeholders for the purpose of coordinating program activities and initiatives.
Identifying and interfacing with local community resources and agencies that work closely with bipoc communities.
Building connections with the diverse communities and assisting families with participation in Family and Community Engagement programs.
Developing relationships between the School District, Family and Community Engagement department, and community resources.
Planning, developing and implementing informational literature, brochures, television, radio, and website information to develop family and community awareness about Family and Community Engagement initiatives.
Maintaining a planned and systematic program of communications and accountability aimed at continuously informing external and internal stakeholders of Family and Community Engagement plans and activities.
Working cooperatively with and collaborating with various community and school agencies, parental and neighborhood groups in the development of Family and Community Engagement outreach initiatives.
Maintain liaison with district, state, and community committees and representatives in the development and implementation of Family and Community Engagement outreach projects and initiatives.
Assist site administrators in providing a climate that supports and welcomes students and families to the School District and helps to raise the awareness level of the district as a whole and Family and Community Engagement services.
Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Include:Bachelor’s degree or 2 year college and 3-5 years related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include: Communicating verbally
Written communication, including word processing and e-mail.
Use of spreadsheet and database computer program applications.
Ability to generate enthusiasm, create effective teams, and continually motivate staff.
Detailed organization and ability to work to work on several projects simultaneously.
Creating collaboration among groups of internal and external groups.
Customer service skills.
Organizational communication through social media.
Synthesizing information.
Taking initiative and working independently.
Salary: $52,680 – $62,183 annually. View salary grid on Page 2, Section 1 of the Salaried Professional’s contract
Salary ranges for the I-M contract reflects the 2024-2025 fiscal year and will remain in effect until 7/1/2025 – 6/30/2027 contract is negotiated and approved by the School Board.
Schedule: Full-time, School year, 186 days
Bargaining Unit: Salaried Professionals
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.