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Dean of Students at Faribault Middle School

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General Definition of Work:
The Dean of Students will support the operations of the school overseeing the student management, behavior and attendance. Incumbent will be responsible for student management as outlined by the building principal. This position will observe and interact with individuals, groups and communities to assist with the healthy functioning of the students at the school. This key team member will collaborate with the principals and other support personnel in order to build positive relationships with stakeholders, collaborate and communicate effectively through a variety of methods, provide leadership of behavior management and supervision; facilitate the resolution of conflict; plan, organize and manage time and resources, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal. This position will begin immediately upon hire.

Essential Functions:

Assist the building Principal in establishing, implementing and evaluating effective interventions for increasing student success and achievement to build a positive environment for achieving educational outcomes.
Assists the building Principal as an instructional leader in overseeing programs; collaborate with the team, collaborate with the counseling departments, oversee student behavior and student management as directed by building principal, oversee student conduct and attendance, assist in leading curriculum and planning within building.
Monitor and communicate student progress with students, families, administrators and staff.
Support growth of students while working towards positive citizenship, improving their academic and behavior skills and abilities.
Analyze academic and behavior data collected from various records to help determine effective academic and behavioral interventions.
Serve as a member of various building teams and act as a liaison; assists staff, students and families in understanding building and district policies, procedures and requirements.
Create an environment where children from diverse backgrounds are comfortable and experience success.
Stay current with best practices research and strategies.
Other duties may be assigned.

Behavior Specialist- SPECTRUM

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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, 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. This person 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). This position will serve the SPECTRUM program. 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

Virtual Occupational Therapist

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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 Federal Program that provides programming for students in grades K-12 with  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 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!

Occupational Therapist
Location: Serving multiple school districts within southeast Minnesota.

POSITION:
Hiawatha Valley Education District is seeking a talented and qualified Occupational Therapist to meet the student needs. This is a .2 position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification/License:Licensure with Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy
Valid Driver’s License
Experience:Experience working as an OTR strongly preferred
Experience working in an education or school setting strongly preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):    Develops, implements, and coordinates Hiawatha Valley Education District’s occupational therapy program within the member school districts, including philosophy, vision, procedures and goals.
Screens, evaluates and monitors students with disabilities or physical mental impairments for the purpose of providing educational programs, therapeutic intervention, and transition and exit planning and enhancing their ability to perform activities of daily living or participate in desired occupations.
Collaborates with staff to ensure team understanding of student occupational performance strengths and needs, as well as student outcomes.
Evaluates the student’s ability and formulates the student’s occupational profile, providing written reports that reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment and guides evidence-based intervention.
Participates in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Provides targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation and occupational performance within the school environment.
Assesses the need for assistive technology and equipment and makes recommendations for its use at school to help students function as independently as possible.
Documents occupational therapy services, and maintains records in accordance with school district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

APPLICATION DUE DATE:
Open Until Filled

ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE:  SY 2022-2023

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in standard school building environments and offices.

 

High School Principal

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Description:

The Dover-Eyota School District is seeking a High School Principal.  The district has a 6-12 enrollment of approximately 600 students, with larger classes coming from the elementary school in subsequent years.  Staff includes a full time 6-12 Counselor, Social Worker, and secretary, as well as a full time assistant principal, and a full time K-12 Director of Teaching & Learning.

Human Resources Manager

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Human Resources Manager
Location: Winona, MN

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

POSITION:
In this role, the Human Resources Manager will perform human resources related duties in the following functional areas: recruitment and onboarding, engagement and retention strategies, labor relations, policy and compliance, leave of absence administration, HRIS, and employee relations.

SALARY/BENEFITS:   Competitive salary and benefits package. Based on years of experience and credentials.

QUALIFICATIONS:3-5 years of Human Resources experience in a high growth and change-oriented environment required
Bachelors in Human Resources Management or related field strongly preferred
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred
Strong communication skills, consulting skills, and problem solving skills
Business and operations acumen when making decisions
Experience with and ability to implement and work with a variety of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):    Manage all aspects of the employee life cycle, such as recruiting, onboarding, learning & development, and exit interviews.
Assist Directors of Special Education with employee relations including performance, coaching, workplace conduct, employee concerns and complaints.
Implement, maintain and communicate policies, procedures, laws, standards and other government and state regulations.
Create working relationships with union officials to adhere to terms of union contracts.
Manage grievance procedures by answering and settling grievances, and by scheduling hearings between union personnel and supervisor.
Communicate and administer Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) paperwork to employees.
Work with Minnesota Department of Education for licensure compliance.
Supervise Payroll/Benefits Coordinator and CSPD Coordinator
Implement, manage, and work with a variety of HRIS
Attend Board of Director meetings and work with Board of Director committees
Other duties as assigned.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: This position works out of the District Office in Winona, MN.  This position will be required to travel between HVED programs in Kellogg, MN and Hokah, MN.

FLSA: Exempt

1.0 FTE High School Physical Education Teacher

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Essential Functions: A full-time (1.0 FTE) Physical Education Teacher at Faribault High School commencing with the 2022-22 school year on August 22, 2022.  Duties will include supervision of the weight room and teaching weight lifting classes to secondary 9-12 students and possibly other courses as needed.