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Special Education Paraeducator

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Make a difference in a student’s life!  Join District 622 as a paraeducator.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
  • Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as: Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
    • Preparing class schedules
    • Organizing learning materials
    • Assisting with classroom activities
  • Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
    • Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
    • Preparing food for and/or feeding students
    • Assisting in the physical movement of students
    • Diapering and toileting students
    • Escorting students to vocational training jobs
    • Chaperoning student community outings
    • Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
  • Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
  • Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
  • Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
  • Other related duties as assigned

Physical Education/Health Teacher – (Part-Time .5 FTE)

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Position:  Physical Education and Health Teacher
Work Schedule:  .50 FTE Part-time, 11:20am – 2:25pm, Monday-Friday, 186 duty days (Possible additional hours as a building sub teacher)
Start Date: August 26, 2024
Pay: Steps and lanes are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement
Benefits:   Medical, dental, life insurance and other benefits as outlined in teacher summary of benefits

Required Qualifications:

– Current MN teaching license in physical education and health for grades 5-12
– Skilled in culturally responsive teaching
– Skilled in effective communication
– Skilled at learning strategies- using multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things.
– Skilled at active listening- listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate.
– Skilled in social perceptiveness—being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react the way they do
– Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual plans, and test design principles.
– Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
– Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
– Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Responsibilities:

– Communicate and collaborate with professional staff in an effort to determine and coordinate standardized curriculum and testing/ assessment designs .e.g. design and assess student learning K-12; design scope and sequence K-12; design and coordinate within a department
– Create, formulate, develop, and implement instructional objectives
– Create, formulate, develop and implement instructional activities
– Conduct classroom instruction/individual tutoring/counseling based on teacher created lesson plans, instructional units and/or individual needs: assess student performance to determine need for re-instruction alternated method and grades; create a supportive learning environment by using appropriate verbal and non-verbal reinforcing techniques ; prioritize tasks to enable the efficient use of time; determine potentially harmful situations and take steps to avoid exposure of the student to this; provide time for students to relearn
– On-going evaluation of student abilities/ health status to determine needs and to adapt appropriate response and to assist with educational/career/personal planning
– Diagnose, summarize, and interpret student strengths/weaknesses/problems for reports to parents and other school personnel
– Respond to student needs: may provide information and guidance to students regarding educational/ career options, resources, and preparation; may address personal/health concerns as presented or refer students to other professionals as appropriate; may serve as student advocate in presenting student and professional concerns to parents/staff/administration/public; may serve as liaison between district and community agencies serving youth
– Build credibility with staff, students, parents,, and community by: relating to people from all social, economic, racial, religious, or educational backgrounds; demonstrating professional competency through content taught and teaching methods used

– Assess, plan, and initiate public relations activities which improve communications and perceptions by the community
– Assess, plan, and participate in in-service training and/or develops/implements in-service for other staff

Special Education ASD CBP Teacher for the 2024-2025 School Year

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Position Summary:

  • Provide academic and goal-based learning experiences that enhance student progress across all settings.

 

Primary Job Functions:

  • Contribute to and participate in the building student support teams.
  • Serve as an IEP/IFSP case manager.
  • Work as a team member in staffings.  Facilitate team meetings to review student progress and develop IEP/IFSP as related to student needs.
  • Plan and implement appropriate educational programs for individuals.
  • Implement educational plans as describe on individual IEP/IIIP/IFSP and provide information for 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.
  • Develop, coordinate, and evaluate transition related experiences for students, if applicable.
  • Provide work direction to paraprofessional staff members.
  • 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 consultation, support and 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.
  • Determine and complete purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
  • Participate in building and District level professional development activities.
  • Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
  • 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.

Special Education ASD CBP Teacher for the 2024-2025 School Year

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Position Summary:

  • Provide academic and goal-based learning experiences that enhance student progress across all settings.

 

Primary Job Functions:

  • Contribute to and participate in the building student support teams.
  • Serve as an IEP/IFSP case manager.
  • Work as a team member in staffings.  Facilitate team meetings to review student progress and develop IEP/IFSP as related to student needs.
  • Plan and implement appropriate educational programs for individuals.
  • Implement educational plans as describe on individual IEP/IIIP/IFSP and provide information for 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.
  • Develop, coordinate, and evaluate transition related experiences for students, if applicable.
  • Provide work direction to paraprofessional staff members.
  • 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 consultation, support and 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.
  • Determine and complete purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
  • Participate in building and District level professional development activities.
  • Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
  • 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.

English Language Arts Teacher

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  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Executive Director of Teaching & Learning

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The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has an opening for an Executive Director of Teaching & Learning at our Dean Lakes Education Center in Shakopee, MN.

SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 6 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.

Description:
Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, 8 hours a day for 260 Contract Days.

Summary:
The Executive Director of Teaching and Learning is an innovative and creative leader with strong communication and collaboration skills who oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of ongoing program development including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and professional development of Teaching and Learning including Curriculum and Instruction, Artificial Intelligence, Equity, Professional Development, Online Learning, Alternative Learning, District Assessment Coordination,  Adult Education, Professional Development, Technology, Child Care, Care and Treatment, Career and Technical Education, General Education Programs, MTSS, 504 plans oversight, grant writing and other duties as assigned. The Executive Director will work collaboratively in partnership with other executive directors and the superintendent as well as their teams to build a model of education for Minnesota.

Teaching and Learning:

  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of general education and early intervention Teaching and Learning programs.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director of Special Services to support special education programs
  • Collaborate with member and associate member districts to plan, organize, lead and implement new and innovative programs to meet the needs of learners.
  • Develop and implement MTSS at SouthWest Metro and connect the system of member and associate member district systems.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of Equity across all departments and programs.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development for SouthWest Metro Staff, member districts and association member districts.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development regarding assessments.
  • Supervise Adult Education and Professional Development leadership staff.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of Adult Education programs.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of 504 plans.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of childcare programs.
  • Work in collaboration with all departments to seek out, acquire, and comply with competitive and long-term grants/funding sources.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of the READ Act for SouthWest Metro as well as member and associate member districts.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of highly effective PLCs.
  • Supervise Health Service.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of staff mentorship and coaching programs.

Online Learning

  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of Elevate Online.
  • Supervise the Director of Elevate Online.
  • Support LMS transition to Canvas.
  • Maintain a financially stable model.

Alternative Learning

  • Support the planning, organizing,, leading, and professional development of the Alternative Learning Center.
  • Supervise the director of the Alternative Learning Center.
  • Communicate with member and associate member districts regarding ALC data.

Artificial Intelligence and Technology

  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of Artificial Intelligence across all departments and programs.
  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of districts technology plan.
  • Supervise technology department leadership.

Care and Treatment

  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of care and treatment programs
  • Supervise care and treatment leadership

Career and Technical Education

  • Support the planning, organizing, leading, and professional development of CTE programs.
  • Supervise the Director of CTE.
  • Develop CTE programs to support member and associate member districts.