1. Experience understanding EBD and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
2. Strong curriculum background with experience teaching core content curriculum and with teaching strategies.
3. Has previous experience teaming with special and regular education staff.
4. Has experience with providing developmental skill instruction in the areas of reading, language arts, math and social skills curriculum.
5. Has demonstrated knowledge in using a variety of behavior management strategies.
6. Evidence of positive communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
7. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
8. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
9. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
10. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
11. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
Metro
Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0), One Year Only
Position Type:
Teacher/Student Services
Location:
North High School
Position: Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0), One Year Only
Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, Monday – Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310
Required Qualifications:
Valid MN teaching license in a special education field.
Experience teaching school-age students
Ability to work collaboratively and positively with a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge and experience with due process procedures
Excellent communication skills
Experience with conflict resolution
Training and experience in behavior management and knowledge of crisis response
Responsibilities:
Adhere to due process guidelines using district recommended methods and instruments to evaluate and identify the special education needs of students, participate in team decisions regarding eligibility, and facilitate evaluation plans and reports.
Serve as a case manager for students by: developing and maintaining IEPs; facilitating IEP meetings; providing parents and/or guardians with Rights and Procedural Safeguards information and notification of team meetings in a timely manner; and developing and sharing progress reports with parents.
Working knowledge of and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
Maintain and promote confidentiality per data privacy, MN Government Data Practices Act, FERPA, and HIPPA legislation.
Provide direct instruction to students receiving special education and assist them with attaining their IEP goals.
Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district wide assessments.
Provide job performance feedback to, direct the work of, and support the paraprofessionals in the implementation of the students’ IEP goals.
Maintain data as required to monitor and evaluate student progress and communicate regularly with parents of students regarding progress of their child.
Advocate for the needs of the students with disabilities.
Develop and implement proactive and positive behavioral interventions based on FBA results.
Possess knowledge and ability to utilize techniques to maintain a safe environment (i.e. MANDT, CPI, building emergency plan, etc.)
Participate in relevant staff development opportunities, be knowledgeable about current promising practices in the field, and stay current with state rules and regulations governing special education.
Collaborate with related service providers.
Possess knowledge of technology strategies/equipment available to students and, when needed, provide strategy information to general education teachers.
Collaborate with outside agencies providing services for students and families, especially when interagency collaboration is required or requested by the family.
Communicate effectively and positively with staff, students, parents, and administration.
Inquire and bill third parties when parents agree to allow the district to bill their insurance company or medical assistance when needed.
Utilize conflict management strategies and resources for support when conflict occurs between staff and/or parents.
Attend cluster meetings related to special education.
Other related duties as assigned.
ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
School Psychologist (1 Year Temp)
Position Summary:
Facilitate learning by promoting the cognitive, social and personal development of students across all settings.
Primary Job Functions:
- Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments.
- Administer tests and rating scales as per evaluation plan.
- Conduct systematic observations and structured interviews.
- Interpret evaluation results, verbally and in writing.
- Facilitate team meetings to discuss results, determine eligibility, and identify student needs.
- Integrate team’s evaluation findings in a comprehensive evaluation report that meets legal and professional standards.
- Facilitate the development of individualized evaluation plan with team members.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate academic and behavioral interventions for students.
- Demonstrate and educate staff in your building on understanding of disabilities and the ways they may impact education – per Minnesota criteria.
- Assist school staff with child-find activities, e.g., building pre-referral and referral process, early childhood screening, district assessments, and other agency referrals.
- Lead staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating functional behavioral assessments, transition plans, behavior and academic interventions, etc. Consult with teachers regarding FBA Procedures, review, and as necessary conduct FBAS on students with high Behavior in your assigned building.
- Participate in data collection activities necessary to develop, implement, and evaluate interventions and progress.
- Provide district and building leadership and facilitation for building student support teams.
- Serve as a liaison between Special Services Office and building sites.
- Participate and share information from regularly scheduled central student support team activities.
- Oversee special education process at sites and programs.
- Assist building teams with developing proactive processes and problem solving with knowledge in District resources and curriculum.
- Plan and provide training as needed at building levels.
- Provide a broad range of professional services to students, staff, families, and the community.
- Actively engage, collaborate, and consult with students, families, and community-based service providers in promoting school success for students, developing intervention strategies to assist with programming for students.
- Provide direct or in-direct related services to help meet the needs of students with education plans (IEPs, IIIPs, and IFSPs).
- Develop plans and assist with crisis intervention at building and/or district levels and help facilitate social group skills as needed.
- Work with students in crisis to help learn calming techniques, enabling students to problem solve on their own without assistance.
- Oversee due process procedures for students with disabilities and their families.
- Implement federal and state rules and laws according to district practice and procedure.
- Implement and maintain record keeping system that results in district compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Keep current in the profession through professional reading, continuing education, and ongoing collaboration with colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Education Elementary Teacher (.94), One Year Only
Position Type:
Teacher/Elementary
Location:
Cowern Elementary
Position: Physical Education Elementary Teacher (.94), One Year Only
Work Schedule: .94 FTE, Monday thru Friday
Start Date: December 2, 2019
Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310
Required Qualifications:
Valid MN teaching license in physical education for grades K-5.
Must demonstrate continued professional development through coursework, research and peer collaboration.
Considerable knowledge of the core curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, current researched best practices and strategies.
Considerable knowledge of students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective.
Considerable knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
Considerable knowledge of classroom management techniques.
Working knowledge of instructional technologies.
Considerable skill in classroom presentation.
Considerable skill in classroom management and organization.
Working skill in maintaining records and developing reports.
Considerable ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Considerable ability to plan and implement lessons based upon district and school goals and objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
Considerable ability to provide appropriate instruction in core subjects.
Considerable ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
Considerable ability to interact effectively with students, parents, other school staff, administration and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Considerable ability to evaluate student performance and to present these evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
Considerable ability to work in a cooperative learning environment.
Working ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
Responsibilities:
Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas(s) for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
Implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program for which employed.
Follow the prescribed course of study, except as authorized in the curriculum outlines or by the principals or other official rules and regulations.
Evaluate student performance according to system used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
Maintain contact and communications with parents of students and work with them in the development of each student.
Perform classroom management duties; enforce District rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students who do not follow District rules.
Enforce District guidelines in regard to health and hygienic conditions and practices in the classroom as they may affect the physical and mental health of students.
ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
.5 FTE ELL Teacher
.5 FTE – ELL Teacher – Secondary Levels – Beginning as soon as possible.
Technology Professional
We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better school system and better results for all students. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can and we actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of it.
Position: Technology Professional
Location: Garlough Elementary School
Rate of Pay: $21.24 per hour
Hours: 8 hours per day; 185 days per year
Position Start Date: November 25, 2019
Primary Function: The Technology Professional is the first line of support for building level technical support, providing technical assistance for staff and student use of technology in the school building. The technology support position ensures school site technology is maintained and operates correctly. This position troubleshoots and resolves technical problems in the building. The position also supports teachers in use of technology for curriculum delivery and student engagement.
Line of Supervision: Director of Technology and Building Principal
Essential Functions of the Job Include but are not limited to the following:
Configure and maintain building Windows and Macintosh computers and Laptops for teachers, staff, and students.
Provide support for software application including: Google Apps, Google Mail, Microsoft Office, iWork, and building specific software.
Provide support for curriculum tools such as projectors, interactive white boards, iPads, digital cameras, and other electronic mobile devices.
Provide instruction to and assistance/consultation with staff on operations and use of technology.
Support students and staff for NWEA and state testing. Ensure hardware and software work properly. Assist in the scheduling of testing and ensure student rosters are correct prior to each testing cycle. Prepare computer labs and computer carts for each testing session.
Manage building technology equipment, inventory, storage, and maintenance.
Assist teachers in integrating technology into the classroom curriculum.
Support teachers in the use of the Student Information System.
Support New Teacher Workshop and provide training for site technology.
Prior to the start of the school year, ensure building technology equipment is clean, properly imaged and ready for use by students and staff. Also, ensure software is current and operational.
Provide refresher training for teachers and staff at the start of the school year as needed.
Offer technology trainings throughout the school year.
At the end of each school year: disperse classroom inventory check-off lists to ensure the proper summer storage of equipment. Collect, clean and store building technology equipment.
Additional duties as assigned.