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Speech Language Pathologist (2020-2021 School Year)

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Speech Language Pathologist
Vacancy # 2381

Major Responsibilities: Performs intermediate professional work locating, identifying and serving speech/language impaired students; preparing and maintaining student and program records; preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications:
Appropriately licensed by MDE

Bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.

Education and Experience
Valid MN teaching license
Bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Positions are 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible), three positions available

Positions begin August 2020.

Internal Posting Dates: December 18, 2019 to January 3, 2020
External Posting Dates: January 4, 2020 until filled

Questions regarding this position should be directed to John Fry, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Conducts the completion of due process paperwork, communication, testing and review; develops and implements Individual Educational Plans (IEP); assesses student progress on IEP goals; documents and charts progress student progress; coordinates and leads IEP meetings.
Consults with teachers, parents, administration, etc.
Participates and leads various meetings and groups regarding student IEP progress, due process, student progress, community education, workshops, etc.
Creates and maintains various files electronically and hard copy formats.
Remediates speech and language disabilities in students through therapy for language, fluency and voice.
Completes all necessary due process paperwork; develops interventions; meets with educational team and parents; develops and writes assessment plans; conducts testing; determines eligibility; completes progress reports and periodic reviews.
Conducts communication with parents, students and staff via email, phone and letters.
Attends and leads various meetings, conferences and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of speech and language diagnosis and therapy; thorough knowledge of casework methods and procedures; thorough knowledge of local, state and federal resources, programs, procedures, laws, rules and regulations; ability to conduct interviews, assessments and diagnosis effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively; ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work requires close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; 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, using measuring devices, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; work is generally in a quiet location (e.g. library, private offices).

Special Requirements
Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.

Anchor Teacher

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Special Education Teacher – Anchor
Posting # 2379

Program description: Day treatment program with co-located mental health services.

Position is 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Qualifications:

Licensed by the MN Department of Education in Special Education.

External Posting Dates: December 17, 2019 until filled
Position Start Date: ASAP

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Dr. John Fry, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.
General Definition of Work
Performs intermediate professional work preparing and providing training and instruction to students with disabilities, individually and in groups; motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; monitoring progress in accordance with IEP’s, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Special Education.  Occasional oversight is exercised over Educational Assistants.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Assesses and evaluates needs of students; evaluates students’ progress, maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports.
Translates lesson plans into learning experience based on needs and abilities of students.
Provides instruction in individual or group sessions.
Provides positive role model to students, teachers and demonstrates appropriate behavior and socialization skills.
Assists with the formulation and implements behavior modification programs.
Participates in various groups, meetings and committees.
Facilitates communication between various groups on behalf of the client or student.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively; ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in teaching, or related field working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires standing, sitting, climbing or balancing, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision; 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, using measuring devices, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids and occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements
Minnesota Teaching license.
Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.

Special Education Teacher

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Special Education Teacher – Elementary
Posting #2370

Major Responsibilities: Special Ed Teacher to serve students on IEP’s at Columbia Heights Public Schools in an Elementary setting.

Qualifications:

Appropriately licensed by MDE Internal Posting Dates: November 1, 2019 – November 8, 2019

Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Start date for an internal applicant shall be determined at a later date.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to John Fry, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

General Definition of Work
Performs intermediate professional work preparing and providing training and instruction to students with disabilities, individually and in groups; motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; monitoring progress in accordance with IEP’s, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Student Services.  Occasional oversight is exercised over Educational Assistants.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Assesses and evaluates needs of students; evaluates students’ progress, maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports.
Translates lesson plans into learning experience based on needs and abilities of students.
Provides instruction in individual or group sessions.
Provides positive role model to students, teachers and demonstrates appropriate behavior and socialization skills.
Assists with the formulation and implements behavior modification programs.
Participates in various groups, meetings and committees.
Facilitates communication between various groups on behalf of the client or student.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively; ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in teaching, or related field working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires standing, sitting, climbing or balancing, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision; 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, using measuring devices, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids and occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements
Minnesota Teaching license.
Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.

DAPE/Phy Ed Teacher

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1.0 FTE – DAPE/Phy Ed Teacher – Beginning January, 2020.

.56 FTE – Rice Lake Elementary – .20 FTE Centennial Elementary – .24 FTE Centerville Elementary

Coordinator – Student Services

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Description:  To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Plan, supervise and coordinate student services at all grade levels. Supervise the collection, storage and release of student records.

Job Summary:  The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties:Supervise staff in Student Services positions in coordination with building principals.
Supervise the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of program improvement in all areas of student services.
Establish and maintain good public relations through participation and leadership in parent advisory groups.
Manage resources effectively to further the mission of the district.
Design and support Professional Learning for Student Services staff.
Assume leadership for and engage in on-going collaboration to improve student learning.
Engage in effective communication and consultation with members of the organization and community.
Provide leadership for systemic change, priority results and specific Special Education programs.
Actively supports the work of the Director of Student services
Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:
REPORTS TO:   Director of Student Services
WORKS WITH:   District administrators, principals, teachers, and personnel of department