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Director of Community Education and Engagement

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Summary of Job Duties:   The Director of Community Education and Engagement serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of all community education and engagement operations; planning and directing the instructional, enrichment, and engagement programs by ensuring the curriculum, instruction, strategies and assessment of programs are coherent components in the teaching, learning, enrichment, and opportunities process; administering school facilities operations, participating in staff, student, and community activities, organizing, directing, evaluating, and supervising assigned certified and classified staff, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions:

Serve on the district Cabinet Team; exploring innovative and collaborative opportunities, identifying potential barriers, facilitating problem-solving, and recommending potential internal systematic changes to support fresh, innovative ideas that align with the district’s strategic plan.
Provide leadership in the development of the community education and engagement learning programs; communicate to ensure programs are meeting the needs of the students, families, and community.
Provide leadership in the development of the organizational pattern, curriculum, instruction, and stop gap needs for students and families within community education and engagement programs.
Create and maintain the health, safety, and welfare of students, staff and families; administer equitable opportunities to support the mission and vision of Faribault Public Schools.
Serve as a liaison between Faribault Public Schools and the community to build and maintain equitable strategic partnerships which support opportunities for all stakeholders.
Seek out, administer, and manage grant opportunities and special funding partnerships which provide necessary resources to support students and families; offering strategic and actionable steps that lead to authentic community education and engagement connections..
Provide supervision conducting evaluations while providing necessary feedback, mentoring and coaching of school district employees within community education programs.
Participate and contribute to district level administration; serve as a communication link between community education and engagement programs and district.
Plan and direct the business operations of community education and engagement programs; manage the full budget of approximately $3 million that consists of all community education and engagement programs with additional grant revenue, management, and reporting; developing the annual budget and proposals, continuously justifying and monitoring expenses.
Stay current with best practices for all cradle to career and beyond offerings to ensure students and families are provided with opportunities to be successful.
Facilitate Community Education Advisory Council and other relevant stakeholder groups as needs and opportunities arise for Community Education and the district.
Facilitate and promote communication between school and home to promote parent involvement in the educational programs.
Attend all regular board meetings to represent the community education and engagement initiatives for the district.
This position with the Faribault Public Schools commences on July 1, 2022.

ESY-Special Education Paraprofessional for SAIL Program (Kellogg, MN)

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Special Education Paraprofessional for ESY
Location: Kellogg, MN

POSITION:
Hiawatha Valley Education District is seeking four (4) talented Special Education Paraprofessional for our ESY program at SAIL. This program with meet for a total of 16 days; June 13-16, June 20-23, July 11-14 and July 18-21. Each work day will be from 8:15 AM-2:45 PM.

EMPLOYMENT DATE: School Year 2022-2023

RATE OF PAY: $14.50 – $19.50 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):    Assisting teachers 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

High School Social Studies Teacher

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High School Social Studies Teacher

Caledonia School District No. 299 has an opening for a full-time high school social studies teacher beginning the 2022-2023 school year.  Must have a high school license or be eligible to obtain the correct license.  Ability to teach college in the schools is preferred but not required.  Please complete a Certified Staff Employment Application located under the Human Resource area of school district website, and include a resume, application letter, copy of license, and three letters of recommendation:  Caledonia Area Middle/High School, Mr. Nathan Boler, 825 North Warrior Avenue, Caledonia, MN 55921 or email [email protected]  Application deadline May 24th.  Tentatively interviews will be held the week of May 30th.

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.