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Behavior Specialist

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Hiawatha Valley Education District (HVED) provides special education services to 13 School Districts and 3 Charter Schools within five counties of southeast Minnesota: Fillmore, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. HVED also has a Setting IV Behavior Program- Students Achieving Integrated Services (SAIL), that provides programming for students in grades K-12 with challenging behaviors currently receiving special education services. The SAIL program is located in Kellogg.  Along with this program, HVED provides programming for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (SPECTRUM). Our SPECTRUM program is located in Hokah. 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!

Position Overview:
HVED is seeking a professional, self-motivated Behavior Specialist to join the Mental Health Practitioner/Behavior Specialist team. These applicants will be trained and competent in designing and implementing positive behavioral interventions and support to member district teachers and/or HVED’s Level IV Behavior and Autism program(s). District and program assignments are based on a combination of geographic location, student caseloads and district needs, as well as team and employee preferences.

Qualifications:

The Education District requires an applicant to have one or more of the following licensure:

Licensed Special Education Teacher, preferably in Emotional or Behavior Disorders (EBD). Other Special Education licensure are considered.
Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Counselor, or Board Certification Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Other degrees and licensure may be considered if the individual is skilled in behavioral analysis, functional assessment and crisis intervention.
Experience in child behavior and intervention experience strongly preferred.
Must have a valid driver’s license to travel between HVED programs and member school district(s).

Competencies:

Must be able to work in team decision-making situations
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess ability to problem-solve
Must possess ability to coordinate with others and lead teams when necessary
Knowledgeable in interpreting and supporting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs)
Familiar with PBSP (Positive Behavior Support Plan) and BIPs (Behavior Intervention plans)

Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Provide classroom and behavioral supports for students through analyzing data to identify inappropriate behaviors, planning, implementing and tracking individual behavioral plans.
Identify barriers to successful transition and facilitate transition plans.
Assist IEP teams in problem-solving and creating plans to manage behaviors that affect a student’s learning.
Become a certified CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Trainer and facilitate CPI initial and refresher courses for HVED employees and member district employees.
Provide a comprehensive approach to behavior management that includes evaluation, data collection, interventions and regular monitoring to produce socially significant improvement in children’s behavior.

Employment Start Date:

School Year 2022-2023

Travel Requirements:

Travel among the HVED programs, member districts and HVED District Office required.
Working Conditions:

Office, lifting, sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, etc.

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.  Based on years of experience and credentials.

 

FLSA Status: Exempt

Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-to-3) Teacher

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Hiawatha Valley Education District (HVED) provides special education services to 13 School Districts and 3 Charter Schools within five counties of southeast Minnesota: Fillmore, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. HVED also has two (2) Setting IV Behavior Programs that provide programming for students in grades K-12 with challenging behaviors currently receiving special education services. The Setting IV Behavior Programs are located in Kellogg (SAIL) and Hokah (ACHIEVE, opening in September 2020). In addition, HVED provides programming for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (SPECTRUM). Our SPECTRUM program is located in Caledonia. 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!

Title: Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-to-3) Teacher

Position:

Hiawatha Valley Education District (HVED) is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-to-3) Teacher to serve Birth-to-3 children and their families in Southeast Minnesota. This position potential will serve La Crescent, Mabel-Canton, Spring Grove, and Caledonia.

Essential Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):

Serve as case manager for children with disabilities, consult with parents, school personnel and others, and provide direct instruction and/or coordinate related services to identified children and families
Provide instruction and/or consultation in related services (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech/language) as necessary
Develop Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP’s)
Perform all other duties and responsibilities in certification areas as directed by the supervisor.

Competencies:

Must be able to work in team decision-making situations
Must communicate effectively with students, families, educators, and administrators regarding student programs and progress.
Must possess ability to problem-solve.
Must possess ability to lead teams and coordinate with others.

Travel Requirements:    Travel will occur between birth-3 family homes and/or daycare centers.

Qualifications:

Minnesota licensure as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Must have a valid driver’s license
Experience as a B-3 and/or ECSE 3-5 Teacher preferred
Experience in coordinating early childhood services for children with disabilities and their families preferred
Experience with public health and social service organizations preferred
Experience working in a school or education setting is preferred but not required

Working Conditions:

Office, lifting, sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, etc.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Application Deadline:       until position is filled

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.  Based on years of experience and credentials.

FLSA Status: Exempt

CAPS Care Toddler Teacher

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JOB OPENING – FULL-TIME CAPS CARE TODDLER TEACHER

Caledonia Area Public Schools is looking for a full-time toddler teacher, and a full-time toddler assistant teacher for our child care center, CAPS Care. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and complete pediatric CPR/First Aid certification. Discount on child care for CAPS Care staff members. Benefits if working more than 30 hours per week. Benefits include health, life, and long-term disability.

 

Teacher requirements:

·         Must be at least 18 years of age.

·         An Associate’s degree in childhood development required or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, AND

·         1,560 hours as an assistant teacher, aide or student intern or other licensing requirements, AND

·         Minimum of six quarter credits in Child Development classes or other licensing requirements.

·         Minimum of 2 years of experience in a child care setting, preferred.

·         Hourly pay range: $15.75-$20.01 depending on experience.

ECFE Early Childhood Educator

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Caledonia Area Community Education currently has an opening for a part-time ECFE Early Childhood Educator.   Early Childhood licensure required but a variance may need to be approved through the Minnesota Department of Education if not appropriately licensed.  Previous experience is a plus.  If interested in this position, submit your cover letter, employment application (located under the Human Resources tab of the school district website), resume, copy of your current Minnesota licensure, and references to:  Caledonia Area Elementary, Ms. Gretchen Juan, Community Education Director, 511 West Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921.  If you have any questions, please contact Gretchen at 507-725-5139 or email:  [email protected]  Position opened until filled.

Full-time Health and Safety Manager

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Job Description: The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for implementing all procedures that are applicable to the district in connection with environmental, health and safety matters. The manager will provide support to Faribault Public Schools as a focal point on activities related to environmental, health and safety planning and preparedness – internal and externally.   This position is for 260 days per year. Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSManage all environmental, health and safety related issues which include all health recommendations for staff and students (including Pre-K, K-12, Adult Education, and Community Education programs)
Train staff annually and as needed on subjects relevant to mandatory policies and outside agencies.
Lead efforts for evacuation plans and set up annual trainings; fire drills and maintain escape routs, Fire Marshall and OSHA checks, severe weather drills, etc.
Perform monthly audit of equipment and resources; AED, eyewash stations, emergency lights, etc.
Collaborate with administration to cultivate pandemic response culture; serve as the district level pandemic response subject matter expert.
Collaborate with district administration on effective and safe cleaning strategies; ensuring that all facilities are safe and healthy for staff, students and families.
Instruct on the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, face shields, face masks for the activity being performed.
Coordinate and maintain PPE equipment inventory; daily checks of inventories to promptly address any shortages of cleaning supplies, including washing stations, soap and/or hand sanitizer.
Appraise and implement new environmental, health and safety regulations as they relate to district operations.
Perform internal checks for lead in water, indoor air quality and asbestos concerns.
Participate in the districts advisory committees as they pertain to position.
Collaborate for general workers compensation efficiencies.
Execute community outreach to form partnerships for funding and or grants to enhance health and safety of the district.
Coordinate actions as a result of students and/or staff as they relate to environmental, health and safety concerns.
Develop and enforce district protocol to determine when staff and/or students may come back to school.
Create and manage plans for students and staff to occupy healthy and safe buildings.
Monitor plans and make suggestion to the superintendent and or director of buildings and grounds for improvements; create, manage and review site specific pandemic compliance programming.
Post, in areas visible, hygienic practices and physical distancing recommendations; including materials from MDH, MDE, CDC.
Serve as the internal incident manager, ensuring that emergencies and injuries are properly managed.
Any other duties in connection with environmental, health and safety matters.