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SPED CREED Teacher (1.0)

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Position: SPED CREED Teacher (1.0)
Work Schedule:  8 hours/day, 194 duty days
Start Date: 8/26/19
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.

Grade 2 Teacher (1.0)

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Position: Grade 2 Teacher (1.0)
Work Schedule:  8 hours/day, 194 duty days
Start Date: 8/26/2019
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 elementary 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.

EL Teacher

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Edina Public Schools has a (1.0 FTE) EL position available at Normandale and Concord Elementary Schools beginning August 12, 2019.

Transition Teacher (1.0)

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Position: Transition Teacher (1.0)
Work Schedule:  8 hours/day, 194 duty days
Start Date:  8/26/2019
Pay and Benefits:  Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310

Position Description:  Transition Teacher will be working off-site at the Project SEARCH Classroom in the State of Minnesota Government Center.

Required Qualifications:

  • Possess valid teaching license for students who have developmental cognitive disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders.
  • Experience teaching transition-age students with disabilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and positively with a multi-disciplinary team, including community service providers for students with disabilities.
  • Knowledge and experience with due process procedures and case management for students between 18-21 years old.
  • Excellent verbal and written 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 Individualized Education Programs (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 adult students and parents/guardians.
  • Working knowledge of and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
  • Maintain and promote confidentiality per data privacy, Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, FERPA, and HIPPA legislation.
  • Provide direct instruction to students receiving special education services and assist them with attaining their IEP goals.
  • Collaborate with outside agencies providing services for students and families, especially when interagency collaboration is required or requested by the family.
  • Seek, develop, and implement age-appropriate Secondary transition curriculum to meet the needs of students in their last year of programming.
  • 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 adult students and their parents/guardians regarding progress toward IEP goals.
  • Advocate for the needs of the students with disabilities throughout district programming and multi-disciplinary teams, including in collaboration with community service providers.
  • Develop and implement proactive and positive behavioral interventions based on FBA results and in accordance with a student’s behavior intervention plan.
  • Possess knowledge and ability to utilize techniques to maintain a safe environment (i.e. behavior de-escalation techniques, individual and building-wide 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 special education related service providers such as, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, etc.
  • Possess knowledge of technology strategies/equipment available to students and, when needed, provide strategy information to the student’s multi-disciplinary team.
  • Communicate effectively and positively with staff, students, parents, and administration.
  • Inquire and bill third parties when parent or guardian allows the district to bill their insurance company or medical assistance when needed.
  • Utilize conflict management strategies and resources for support when conflict occurs between students, staff and/or parents.
  • Complete annual training to drive students in district vehicles.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Director of Student Services.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Special Education Instructional Coach (1.0)

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Position:  Special Education Instructional Coach (1.0)
Work Schedule: 8 hours, Monday-Friday, 194 days
Start Date: 8/26/2019
Pay and Benefits:  Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310

Required Qualifications:
1.  Valid MN teaching license in special education, Birth to 12+ student level;
2.  Minimum five years of direct related teaching experience;
3.  Strong working knowledge of Minnesota Academic Standards;
4.  Strong working knowledge of modifications and adaptations across curricular areas;
5.  Experience with curriculum development and implementation;
6.  Willingness to work with, and instructionally coach, all classroom teachers, B-12+;
7.  Knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods/approaches, current researched best practices and strategies;
8.  Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
9.  Strong intercultural competence;
10. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse community, staff members, parents and the public;
11. Strong working knowledge of special education due process compliance.

Desired Qualifications:
1. Advanced degree or certification in educational leadership, professional development or instructional coaching;
2. Experience working in multiple grade levels;
3. Comfortable with collecting and interpreting data;
4. Prior successful experience in an urban setting working with a diverse student population is highly desirable.

Major Areas of Accountability:
1. Work with special education leadership team to develop, coordindate, and deliver professional growth activities in content/program areas;
2. Provide one-on-one teacher assistance in content/program areas;
3. Provide focused, sustained training that assists teachers in meeting data-driven. collaboratively determined instructional goals in content/program areas;
4. Interface with all appropriate personnel to ensure program coordination, implementation in content/program areas and student success;
5. Participate in professional development as required to perform and improve required skills in content/program areas;
6. Participate in curriculum development and revisions in content/program areas;
7. Assist teachers in obtaining instructional materials for curriculum development and implementation;
8. Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Early Childhood Family Education Manager

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Posting dates:  4/02/19 thru 4/08/19 or until filled

Hours:  Monday thru Friday, Full-time – 12 Months

Start date:  July 1, 2019

Job Summary: Performs professional work providing leadership for birth to 5 year old programming, evaluating staff and programs according to community and district needs, collaborating with county, state or other agencies to maximize the benefits to students, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions:Oversees and coordinates in partnership aspects of programming for Early Childhood Programs; including Early Childhood Family Education, Preschool, Early Childhood Screening, and Outreach Services.
Evaluates and observes early childhood staff and programs. Interacts with parents, staff and students at sites, events and community. Assists with parent and/or staff concerns about students; handles program communications.
Designs classes, manages the allocation of classes per location.
Participates in collaborative work group meetings; implements projects.
Plans, approves expenditures and administers budgets for early childhood family education, school readiness and preschool in partnership with Lead Coordinator.
Plans and facilitates staff development activities with program representatives.
Assists with writing the program goal; organizes building goals with program staff development activities.
Collects and organizes programming and classroom data to present reports to staff, families or administrators.
Designs courses and allocates class locations, creates staff assignments, and manages student enrollment.
Collaborates and coordinates community partnerships within Early Childhood Programs.
Develops, assigns, and coordinates professional development for Early Childhood Programs and staff.
Gathers and analyzes data to support mission of Early Childhood Programs, assess student achievement, build capacity of programming, and develop teacher growth.
Oversees and manages the Parent Advisory Council for Early Childhood Programs.
Prepares and submits internal and external reports to local, state and federal agencies as needed or upon request.
In attendance or on-call whenever programs or services are running, regularly includes nights and weekends.