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School Counselor

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Position Summary:
Hiawatha Valley Education District’s (HVED) School Social Worker will provide support services to current and prospective students.  Responsibilities may include responding to student behavioral crisis, providing services listed in a student’s IEP, monitoring student progress toward IEP goals, demonstrates specialized knowledge of nontraditional/alternative populations, participating in ongoing professional development as it relates to the scope of work of the social worker.

Qualifications:
Baccalaureate degree
Current social work license with Minnesota Board of Social Work
Current license from Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB): K-12 School Social Work or School Counselor
Demonstration understanding of cultural competence

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Develops and implements behavioral and crisis interventions; administers and analyzes student needs assessments; conducts interviews with students, family, and school staff; conducts observations; creates related plans of action to meet the individual needs of students; collaborates with staff, families, outside agencies, and others in the management and support of interventions.
Plans and conducts individualized or small group sessions with students to develop, teach, and implement social/emotional support tools; discuss prevention, problem solving techniques, academics, peer relations, and issues creating barriers for their academic success; and reviews progress.
Evaluates and makes referrals to outside providers, community resources, social services, and other programs; and collaborates and communicates with school staff, students, families, and outside resources.
Collaborates with social services, teachers, staff, administration, and related service providers; and educates and trains staff on related topics including trauma informed strategies.
Prepares documentation, reports and/or other correspondence including assessments, evaluation reports, progress reports, and other related paperwork, and ensures compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

Additional Duties:
Performs other work/duties as assigned.
Equipment:
Uses standard office equipment such as computer/laptop, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:
Travel as required to fulfill student needs
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in school building environments and office setting.
FLSA: non-exempt

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Job Description

Position Summary:
Hiawatha Valley Education District’s (HVED) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) and performs occupational therapy procedures and related tasks for/on students as indicated through Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Qualifications:
Current Minnesota COTA license
Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate Degree program accredited by an agency recognized by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Assists in the completion of assessment process of students using appropriate tests under the supervision of an OTR to determine students’ level of functioning and need for therapy services.
Assist OTR in the IEP process to develop goals and objectives and attend IEP and periodic review meetings.
Provide input describing students’ abilities/needs as determined or observed during treatment sessions.
Provide treatment for students qualifying for services using a variety of appropriate modalities under the direction of an OTR to improve/maintain students’ perceptual/fine motor and sensory motor performance.
Assist OTR in maintaining student files including recording, charting, or graphic data relative to students’ progress.
Attend meetings as required.
Assist OTR in maintaining safety and cleanliness of therapy space and equipment in order to provide an appropriate educational environment.
Learn and adhere to established policies and procedures of the School District and Special Education Department to ensure that School District standards are enforced.
Instruct classroom educational assistants of appropriate activities for the student(s).
Construct and adapt equipment used by therapists and students using a variety of tools and modalities to modify and make equipment to meet the needs of staff and students.
Communicate with outside service providers to coordinate services.
Other job related duties as assigned.

Additional Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Equipment:
Uses standard office equipment such as computer/laptop, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:
Travel as required to fulfill student needs
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in school building environments and office setting.
FLSA: non-exempt

Spanish Teacher

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Position Information:

  •  1.0 FTE Spanish teacher

 Qualifications:

  • Must hold a valid Minnesota teaching license in 7-12 Spanish, additional licensure a plus
  • Possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
  • Previous experience preferred
  • Additional Information:

Coaching and academic extracurricular positions available.

Licensed School Social Worker

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Position Information:

  • School Social Worker
  • 1.0 Secondary (High School and ALC as needed)

Job Summary:

  • Liaison with students, parents, school staff, and community agencies
  • Analyzes and interprets information for recommendations regarding needs and services
  • Participates in Child Study Teams
  • Collaborates with classroom teachers identifying special needs services for youth
  • Provides social work services to students and parents
  • Participates as a resource person for in-service training and planning
  • Participates in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process as required
  • Makes referral to public or private agencies with appropriate follow-up
  • Provides therapeutic & rehabilitative mental health services in conjunction with students on IEPs
  • Completes mental health assessments for special education students

 

Qualifications:

  • Must hold appropriate Minnesota teaching license as a Licensed School Social Worker (licensed by the Board of Social Work and the Minnesota Board of Teaching)
  • Previous experience preferred
  • Possess excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
  • Candidates preferred to have one of the following:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college / university and completed 2000 hours of supervised clinical experience delivering clinical services to treat mental illness or children with emotional disturbances
    • Enrolled in a Social Work Master’s program from an accredited college / university
    • Have an MSW from an accredited college/university
    • LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker)

MIDDLE SCHOOL OR HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

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Caledonia Public School District has an opening for a full-time middle school OR high school science teacher for 2022-2023 school year. Courses taught will be based on the licensure of the applicant. Applicants must have a Minnesota license or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota license by the beginning of the 2022-23 school year. Please complete a Certified Staff Employment Application located under the Human Resource tab of the school district website and include a resume, cover letter, copy of license, and three letters of recommendation to: Caledonia Area Middle/High School, Mr. Nathan Boler, 825 North Warrior Avenue, Caledonia, MN 55921 or email [email protected]  Application deadline: May 16, 2022, or until filled.

Paraeducator

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Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Must pass local Academic Proficiency Exam or have taken at least 60 hours semester credits at post-secondary level
  • Prefer experience working with disabled youth, especially in the disability area of developmental cognitive delay, daily living and functional skills needs
  • Must possess the academic skills for the age level to be served
  • Behavior management techniques preferred
  • Must be physically capable of necessary lifting or restraint procedures
  • Must possess good organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a team approach
  • CPR and First Aid training / certification preferred
  • Educational qualifications: Equivalent of 2 years of college (AA degree) or passing score on Para Pro (460)

Hired Based on Pre-employment physical