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Special Education Paraprofessional – Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Winona, MN)

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Hiawatha Valley Education District (HVED) provides special education services to 13 School Districts and 2 Charter Schools within five counties of southeast Minnesota: Fillmore, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. HVED also has a Setting IV Behavior Program that provides programming for students in grades K-12 with challenging behaviors currently receiving special education services. The Setting IV Behavior Program is located in Kellogg (SAIL). In addition, HVED provides programming for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (SPECTRUM). Our SPECTRUM program is located in Hokah. HVED offers an Alternative Learning Center housed in MN College SE located in Winona, MN. HVED is committed to providing the best services to staff, students, and member districts in southeast Minnesota. Come join our team to be a part of a great organization!

Special Education Paraprofessional for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Location: Winona, MN

POSITION:
Hiawatha Valley Education District is seeking a talented Special Education Paraprofessional for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, which is located in Winona, MN. This position is full-time during the 9-month School Year.

EMPLOYMENT DATE: School Year 2022-2023

RATE OF PAY: $15.50 – $22.75 per hour. Benefits package available.

QUALIFICATIONS:Must meet highly qualified criteria: Associates Degree or higher degree, or meets Minnesota Certified ParaPro Assessment
Certified in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Intervention (training provided)
Experience working with students with behavioral needs
Experience and skills in instructional role, use of technology, and interpersonal communications
Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and/or parents verbally and in writing
Ability to work with a team and take direction from supervising teacher
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Experience with Microsoft Office

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):    Assists Deaf and Hard of Hearing teacher in their teaching duties and other general responsibilities such as organizing teaching manuals, providing instructional support, rendering reinforcement activities, etc.
Performing clerical tasks such as maintaining student attendance records, filing student information and progress reports, making copies, creating bulletin boards, etc.
Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher (e.g. reinforcement of IEP goals and objectives, etc.) for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and student participation
Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom
Collaborates with supervising teacher(s) or other staff as assigned for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines
Monitors special education students (e.g. classroom, field trips, lunchroom, playground, during life enrichment activities, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment

FLSA: non-exempt

Secondary Dean of Students

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 Position Information:
As a teacher dean and member of the building’s administrative team, assume general responsibility for the education of assigned students. Serves as the educational liaison between the school and the students, helping to ensure the academic and social success of the students by assessing their collective and individual needs. The Dean implements, supervises and assists with the evaluation of programs to provide high expectations and positive support for student achievement, discipline, and attendance and coordinates efforts to develop and maintain effective relationships between the school and families.

  • Provide support services for students in the areas of academics, school rules and other matters.
  • Assist in developing programs to promote positive student behavior as well as intervention strategies.
  • Assist staff and parents in developing student behavioral expectations.
  • Manage student supervision issues and enforce student behavioral expectations; documenting student behavior through the student information system.
  • This position is in the teacher bargaining unit.

Qualifications:

  • Must hold a valid Minnesota teaching license for middle school, high school, or K-12.
    MN Administrative Licensure or currently pursuing or willing to pursue Administrative licensure is preferred but not required.
  • At least five years experience in the education field
  • Excellent communication skills to include problem-solving skills with students and adults.
  • Excellent human relations skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with students, families and staff.
  • Demonstrated ethical behavior and confidentiality required.
  • Demonstrated self-starter. Ability to work independently.

Licensed Practical Nurse / Health Clerk

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Position Information:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • 1.0 FTE
  • 2022-2023 School Year
  • Will work under the direction of the licensed school nurse and building principal.
  • Be able to perform delegated medical and nursing procedures.
  • Will monitor ongoing student health situations and provide feedback.
  • Will provide direct nursing care to students to include but not limited to:
    • administration of medications;
    • performance of necessary first aid duties;
    • monitor and report changes in student health conditions, within the school setting to the licensed school nurse.
  • Will provide support to LSN and health offices in illness guidance and management per current guidelines, policies, or procedures followed by the district.
  • Will consult with LSN in contacting parents/guardians for any health needed management.

Qualifications:

  • Current LPN licensure
  • Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred
  • Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Must possess good organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a team approach
  • Computer skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with youth
  • Strong ability to multi-task

Lead Qualified Paraprofessional

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Position Title: Lead Qualified Paraprofessional

Position Type: Full Time

Reports To: Early Childhood Director

Date Created: July 2022

Department: Early Childhood

 

​​Responsibilities

●     Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents and caregivers

●     Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church

●     Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.

●     Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.

●     Ensure that each family receives an opportunity to build strong relationships with teaching staff

●     Plan periodical parent conferences to discuss children’s developmental progress, needs and interests

●     Collaborate with children’s families to ensure a smooth transition from home to Child Care setting

●     Create weekly plans and implement an age-appropriate curriculum that nurtures and stimulates all domains of each child’s development in their care

●     Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth

●     Perform ongoing developmental evaluations of children as required

●     Establishes and maintains cooperative, supportive and effective relationships with all school and parish personnel

●     Attends meetings and in-services as required by Director

●     Organize activities or implement a curriculum that allows children to learn about the world and explore their interests

●     Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime

●     Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring potential problems to the attention of parents or guardians

●     Keep records of children’s progress, routines, and interests

●     Supervise and monitor the safety of children

 

Experience

●     2 years of experience preferred

●     CDA Certified Preferred

●     Be willing to participate in, support, and promote education and activities consistent with the Catholic faith

●     Complete and pass a criminal history and background check

●     Knowledge of basic educational procedures and objectives, including curriculum implementation, lesson plan preparation and implementation, educational software, student evaluation, and grading, record and report preparation, and classroom management.

●     Strong interpersonal skills, especially verbal communication with parents and staff

●     Ability to work with other teachers and support staff in a teamwork capacity

●      Willingness to participate in activities that promote the school outside of the normal school day

●     Possess strong classroom management skills

●     Be creative and caring, able to work with students of varying backgrounds and abilities

●     Willingness to participate in activities for catechetical training (faith classes and retreats)

●     Live by the moral teachings of the Catholic faith

Early Childhood Paraprofessional

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Position Title: Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Position Type: Full Time/PartTime

Reports To: Early Childhood Director

Date Created: July 2022

Department: Early Childhood

 

​​Responsibilities

●     Assists and supports the Early Childhood Teacher in maintaining a safe, clean learning environment for all children in his/her care

●     Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with their assigned teacher, parents, and other staff in planning and implementing activities

●     Exhibits a genuine nurturing and caring attitude towards all children

●     Assists the lead teacher and/or other staff in maintaining discipline and supervision of children during classroom activities, lunch, recess, nap time, and special events

●     Maintains a positive calm attitude with a soft voice and encourages this attitude and voice in others working in the classroom

●     Communicates effectively and charitably with families, teachers, and staff

●     Attends all required staff trainings and meetings

●     Follows established confidentiality, safety, and emergency procedures

●     Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Pacelli Catholic school

●     Cooperate with other staff to create and maintain a harmonious social environment

●     Report unsafe equipment or program supply concerns to appropriate supervisors

●     Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church

●     Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.

●     Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.

●     Assist in maintaining a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment to provide all children with a positive experience.

●     Assist in daily cleaning responsibilities; i.e. clean and disinfect toys and tables.

●     Instruct children in proper use of materials.

●     Assist with meal time and toileting.

●     Observe and supervise children during free play activities, meal time, and nap time.

●     Assist children in resolving conflicts to meet the developmental needs of children.

●     Assist and guide children in completing activities and projects.

●     Assist with indoor and outdoor activities.

●     Weekly inventory, order supplies.

●     Accompany the classroom on field trips

●     Supervise and monitor the safety of children

●     Help children keep good hygiene

●     Before/After School and Non-School Days and Summer, assist on organizing activities or implementing a curriculum that allows children to learn about the world and explore their interests

 

Experience

●     2 years of experience preferred

●     Be willing to participate in, support, and promote education and activities consistent with the Catholic faith

●     Complete and pass a criminal history and background check

●     Knowledge of basic educational procedures and objectives, including curriculum implementation, lesson plan preparation and implementation, educational software, student evaluation and grading, record and report preparation, and classroom management.

●     Strong interpersonal skills, especially verbal communication with parents and staff

●     Ability to work with other teachers and support staff in a teamwork capacity

●      Willingness to participate in activities that promote the school outside of the normal school day

●     Possess strong classroom management skills

●     Be creative and caring, able to work with students of varying backgrounds and abilities

●     Willingness to participate in activities for catechetical training (faith classes and retreats)

●     Live by the moral teachings of the Catholic faith

4th-6th Grade Math Teacher Long Term Substitute

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Position Title: 4-6th Grade Math Teacher Long-Term Substitute

Position Type: Contract/Temporary

Reports To: Principal

 Job Classification: Exempt

 

Who We Are

Pacelli Catholic School is a small, private nonprofit PreK-12th grade campus of 320 students in Austin, MN.  We are a faith-based educational system that embraces Catholic values, service, and high academic and behavioral standards.  We are 1:1 IPADS in PK-Grade 3 and 1:1 Chromebooks in Grades 4-12.

 

This is a long-term substitute position starting August 15th, 2022, and running till November 30th, 2022.

 

Essential Job Functions

●      Developing and administering school curriculum consistent with school mission and objectives;

●      Promoting a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning;

●      Successfully fostering and supporting an inclusive educational environment;

●      Ensuring that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and policies, and maintains standards needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom;

●      Coordinating with other staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum;

●      Maintaining a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by school procedures and applicable laws;

●      Providing student feedback and communicating effectively with students and families as appropriate;

●      Participating in general homeroom and supervision duties;

●      Attending employee meetings, department meetings, collaboration meetings, staff meetings, liturgies, masses, assemblies, and school events;

●      Complying with established safety guidelines and participating in safety training.

●      Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.

 

Minimum Qualifications

●      A bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited university

●      State of Minnesota Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

●      While a teacher of the Catholic faith is preferred, one is NOT required to be Catholic to apply

 

Experience

●      None Required

 

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

●      A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church

●      Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills

●      Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player

●      Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation

●      Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

●      Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of Microsoft Office and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality

●      Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment

●      The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check

●      Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

●      Proven working experience as a kindergarten teacher, kindergarten assistant or teacher aide (preferred, but not necessary)

●      Excellent knowledge of child development and latest education theories and practices

●      Creative and artistic teaching abilities

●      Teaching and organization skills

●      Patience and flexibility

●      Strong communication skills

●      Keep abreast with the latest trends and best practices

 

Working Condition

●      Required to work some nights and weekends

●      Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress

●      Required to perform duties within the school related to student supervision

●      Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions

●      Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment

●      Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger

●      Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis

●      Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading

●      Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather