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Speech Language Pathologist (1 Year Temp) – District Wide

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Position Summary:
Speech-language pathologists provide a complete array of services to students with identified communication problems, including students whose primary disability is “speech-language impairment” and students with primary disabilities who have needs in the area of communication (for example, students with autism, cognitive disabilities, or developmental delays).

Primary Job Functions:

  • Plan and implement appropriate educational programs for individuals.
  • Implement educational plans as describe on individual IEP (IIIP/IFSP) and train building staff as needed.
  • Maintain appropriate records and reports.  Collect data on progress on goals and objectives for each student and meet all required timelines.
  • Contribute to and participate in the building student support teams.
  • Serve as an IEP case manager for students with speech-language impairments.
  • Facilitate team meetings to review student progress and develop IEP’s as related to student needs.
  • Communicate effectively with students, families, educators, and administrators regarding student programs and progress.
  • Collaborate with students, families, related service providers, outside agencies, and other team members to promote growth of each student.
  • Work cooperatively with general education teachers and staff and provide building training as needed.
  • Create and maintain a professional working relationship with families and staff.
  • Obtain and demonstrate knowledge of general education curriculum including the grade level outcomes and state standards.
  • Conduct assessments, comprehensive report results, and follow Minnesota state criteria in area(s) of special education eligibility as well as mandated timelines.
  • Implement the use of augmentative and assistive technology devices for communication.
  • Follow district due process compliance, third-party billing, program data collection and funding reports.
  • Determine and complete purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
  • Participate in building and District level professional development activities.
  • Perform all other duties and responsibilities in certification areas as directed by the Director of Special Services and/or the Building Principal.
  • Other duties as assigned.

ASL Teacher 1.0 FTE

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Stillwater Area Public Schools are currently seeking a 1.0 FTE ASL Teacher to work at Stillwater Area High School for the remainder of the 2019 – 2020 school year.

 

 

Bldg Assessment/Tech Supp Specialist

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Posting dates:  11/12/19 thru 11/18/19 or until filled

Hours:  Monday thru Friday 6.50 hours per day, 10 months

Job Summary:
– Respond to Ongoing technology needs for staff
– Build and maintain positive relationships with the building community, including staff and students
– Use a strong understanding of instructional technology to best meet the learning needs of all students
– Manage building printers, including troubleshooting and installing drivers
– SMART board configuration and troubleshooting
– Support set up for event programming such as A/V equipment
– Assist with generating messaging through the Blackboard system
– Work with district technology staff to coordinate building technology requests
– Manage building technology inventory
– Attend relevant district trainings and meetings
– Coordinate and manage laptop/iPad/Chromebook carts
– Provide staff training on technology
– Technology ordering as needed, approved by the principal
– Set up and run daily video announcements
– Coordinate student involvement in announcements
– Assisting teachers in maintaining teacher web pages
– Testing technology coordination

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to:
– Meeting staff needs in a timely and proactive manner
– Join all staff in welcoming and dismissing students each day
– Provide building-level technology support for staff and students.

2019-20 Special Ed-EBD Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE

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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.

Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0), One Year Only

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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.