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Literacy Lead

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SUMMARY:   (Brief description summarizing the overall purpose and objectives of the position.)
Regional Literacy Leads are hired jointly by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and Minnesota Service Cooperatives (MSC).  Regional Literacy Leads will be employed by a Minnesota Service Cooperative and be funded through state READ Act dollars; work will be directed by MDE State Literacy Director and supervised by the regional coop. They will be responsible for The READ Act and the MDE BOLD State Literacy Plan implementation at the regional level.

Core responsibilities include:

  • Collaboration with MDE and the Regional Literacy Network team.
  • State approved training facilitation and documentation.
  • Local Literacy Plan technical assistance.
  • Support Universal and Dyslexia screening administration and data interpretation.
  • Site-based Literacy Coaching support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   (Typical tasks but not all inclusive – major duties of the position.)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Statewide Regional Literacy Network (RLN) Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with MDE and the Regional Literacy Network team to ensure consistent access, coherence, and alignment for districts and charter schools on all literacy initiatives across the state, including the MN READ Act legislation.
    • Engage in collaboration that develops, promotes, and sustains collegial relationships between MDE staff, the Regional Literacy Network team, and regional cooperative staff.
    • Engage with districts and charter schools to provide consistent access, coherence and alignment of messaging and support services across the state.
    • Engage with COMPASS and MnMTSS leads to ensure coherence across a system.
  • Support facilitation and monitor the administration of the training of teachers and school leaders in each of their regions.
    • Collaborate with MDE staff in the development and delivery of in-person, synchronous and asynchronous professional learning content for delivery across all regions. Provide in-session and follow-up support.
    • Serve as a training facilitator for the synchronous sessions of the approved trainings in their regions.
    • Remain well-informed of current and developing research regarding Structured Literacy, evidence-based practices, intervention, dyslexia, and screening through communication with colleagues and experts, participating in professional development and reviewing the research literature.
  • Provide Local Literacy Plan technical assistance.
    • Provide assistance to districts and charter schools with the development, submission and implementation of the required annual Local Literacy Plan.
  • Support universal and dyslexia screening administration and data interpretation.
    • Provide support with interpretation of district and charter school screening data.
    •   Develop familiarity with regional needs related to Structured Literacy to improve outcomes for all students with particular attention to those who have been persistently underserved and marginalized.
  • Support site-based Literacy Coaching
    • Build the capacity of Literacy coaches to provide on-site coaching for district and school leaders and literacy teams in the region.
    • Support regional school districts and charter schools in implementation of evidence-based Structured Literacy practices.

Minnesota Service Cooperative Responsibilities:

  • Provide support and coaching to internal staff to build capacity for implementing the READ Act legislation which includes evidence-based practices aligned to Structured Literacy.
  • Collaborate with MDE State Literacy unit and the Regional Literacy Network colleagues to ensure support provided across all content areas is aligned to evidence-based Structured Literacy practices.
  • Collaborate with MDE and the Regional Literacy Network to build the capacity of regional literacy coaches.
  • Lead READ Act Literacy Coaches at the Cooperative

District and School Responsibilities:

  • Support district staff in the development, implementation, evaluation, and submission of their annual Local Literacy Plan to MDE.
  • Support district efforts to administer required universal and dyslexia screening tools and data submission to MDE.
    • Ensure district staff are trained on and administer an approved universal screener.
    • Provide data literacy supports to ensure data analysis informs instruction and interventions.
    • Support inclusion of summary data in Local Literacy Plan submissions due annually on June 15th.
    • Support district implementation of dyslexia screening and identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia.
  • Support districts in the implementation of evidence-based curriculum and materials while supporting alignment to the revised English Language Art standards.
  • Support implementation of evidence-based Structured Literacy practices in PK-12 settings.
  • Support districts in data collection and analysis to ensure data is being used effectively to inform instruction to support student growth and achievement across all Tiers.
  • Support districts in providing parent/family notification for students not reading at or above grade level including the student’s reading proficiency level, reading-related services, and strategies for families to use at home to support the student.
  • Familiarize administration with the research on Structured Literacy, evidence-based practices, intervention, dyslexia, and screening.
  • Work collectively with peers and MN Department of Education in reflecting on personal learning and how that learning supports student achievement and growth of students.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Licensed School Nurse

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LICENSED SCHOOL NURSE
K-12 Site To Be Determined

A full-time (1.00 FTEs) assignment as a Licensed School Nurse is available beginning with the 2024-25 school year.

Qualifications Required:
A valid Minnesota Department of Education license as a Public School Nurse is required.

Application Due:
March 31, 2024, or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org Please upload transcripts and 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District.  District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

For further information contact Scott Hare, Director of Student Support Services at 507-387-1818.

Special Education K-12 DAPE Teacher

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Full-time Special Education K-12 DAPE Teacher
Mankato Area Public Schools

A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a Special Education K-12 DAPE Teacher is available beginning with the 2024-25 school year.

Summary of Duties:
Provides special education instruction for students that includes the development of physical fitness, motor fitness, fundamental motor skills and patterns, dance, individual and group games, and sports. Developmental Adapted Physical Education is specifically designed for physical education instruction and services for pupils with disabilities who have a substantial delay or disorder in physical development.

Qualifications Required:
MN licensure in Special Education

Qualifications Preferred:
MN licensure in K-12 Physical Education/Developmental Adaptive Physical Education

Application Deadline:
March 31, 2024, or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org.  Please upload 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

PLEASE UPLOAD DOCUMENTATION OF THE ABOVE CRITERIA TO YOUR APPLICATION.

This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

For further information contact the Student Support Services Office at 507-387-1818.

School Social Worker – Early Learning

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School Social Worker – Early Learning
MAPS Center for Learning
A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a Licensed School Social Worker is available beginning March 18, 2024.

Responsibilities:
Maintain effective communication with County Social Services Agencies with focus on students with IEPs and regular education students experiencing social and emotional issues. Network and consult with community professionals who may provide potential services to students and their families. Address school attendance issues. Provide assistance to special education staff to ensure the delivery of services to students and their families.  Assist with enrollment and resources for homeless students.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions.
Knowledge of group and individual counseling/SEL techniques with children and/or youth.
Knowledge of community resources and social services.
Knowledge of the diagnosis and response of mental health concerns.
Ability to provide competent social work services, crisis intervention, and referral services to students and other persons of diverse cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to conduct formal and informal assessments consistent with school-based practice.
Ability to work efficiently, effectively and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams.
Required:
MN licensure as a School Social Worker is required.

Application Deadline:
March 31, 2024, or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org. Please upload 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.For further information contact Scott Hare, Director of Student Support Services at 507-387-1818.

Assistant Principal / Special Education Coordinator

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director/Principal, the Assistant Principal for Intermediate School District 917’s Special Education programs assists with the administrative duties of school operations, providing leadership, supervision and implementation of district policies, curriculum, instructional programs, and staff performance. The Assistant Principal plays a vital role in providing a consistent, safe environment conducive to education. In this role, one helps lead, model, and encourage respect, communication, and competency. Professionalism, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach are essential when working in an environment with students receiving special education services to ensure their safety and growth and in order to help them understand and exhibit appropriate behaviors at school and in the community. The Assistant Principal will be stepping into a team environment daily, where collaboration, communication, and adaptability are key to the success of the individual, the team, and the success of the students. This role is performed following District policy and State/Federal Laws

ECSE Program Supervisor

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ECSE Program Supervisor
Center for Learning

Mankato Area Public Schools has a position available for an ECSE Program Supervisor beginning July 1,2024.  This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Summary of Duties:  A full-time position as the Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Program Supervisor is available beginning July 1 of the 2024-25  school year. The ECSE Program Supervisor works within the team of early learning leadership to develop, implement, staff, supervise and evaluate the ECSE programs for children ages birth-five as well as program staff.  This is a full-time, 12-month position, which includes the management of curriculum and assessment, as well as frameworks used for instruction such as Pyramid Model and Family Guided Routines Based Intervention.  This position will utilize individual and district data to assist in making student decisions and program recommendations.

Qualifications Required:

Minimum:

Minnesota Teaching License in Early Childhood Special Education
Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education or closely Related Field
Three years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Special Education
Director of Special Education License or able and willing to enter a program to obtain one

Preferred:

Early Childhood Special Education Experience Birth through Kindergarten
School related leadership or supervisory experience

Other Information:

This is a Non-affiliated position with Category III benefits.

Salary:
$94,400 – 96,800

Application Deadline:
March 15, 2024.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org Please upload 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District.  District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

For further information contact Katie Gag at MAPS Center for Learning (507) 625-4620.

Other Information: For additional information, please see the position description linked here.