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Metro
Middle School Counselor #6285
Position Summary
FTE: 1.0
Days: 187
Compensation / Benefits: Per Unit Agreement
Description: ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,500 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic leadership team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our students. We are committed to finding innovative leaders who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.
Essential Job Functions
License / Education Requirements: Masters Degree in Counseling, current and valid Counseling Licensure
Qualifications
The successful Middle School Counselor will be an individual who…
… firmly believes:all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
… has demonstrated:successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
that he or she is a visible instructional leader
courage to do what is best for students
Application Process:Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
Review of materials will start immediately.
The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.
School Psychologist
Full-time School Psychologist position beginning the 2019-2020 school year at Early Childhood Special Education
Job description: To provide school psychology services to Special Education children ages birth to 5.
Application deadline: 07/31/19
Elementary Teacher – LTS
Long Term Substitute 6th Grade Elementary teaching position is available at Forest Lake Elementary from August 20 through
December 18th, 2019
Application deadline: July 5 or until filled
Special Education Teacher (SUN Center Based)
1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher (SUN Center Based)
Secondary Building
Job Summary
Provide specialized instruction, modifications and accommodations to students with disabilities. Follow all due process requirements under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act and Every School Succeeds Act. Work collaboratively with building staff. Provide direction to Paraprofessionals on day-to-day activities for student achievement. Participate in IEP meetings and facilitate communication between staff and families if necessary.
Speech Language Clinician #2280
Speech Language Clinician
Vacancy #2280
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.
Valid MN teaching license
Education and Experience
Valid MN teaching license
Bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Position begins August 21, 2019.
Internal Posting Dates: June 13, 2019 to June 20, 2019
External Posting Dates: June 21, 2019 – 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 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.