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Executive Director

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MASE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB POSTING

Application Deadline: February 16, 2022

Interviews: March 9, 2022

The Minnesota Administrators for Special Education (MASE) is the preeminent professional organization supporting special education leaders in the state of Minnesota. MASE provides powerful professional support and a wide variety of benefits such as high-quality conferences, skill development workshops, informative publications, and state and federal legislative advocacy.

Position Summary

MASE is currently seeking an Executive Director to be the face of the organization, responsible for supporting the implementation of its strategic plan. In this role, you will lead the organization toward the realization of its mission of building strong leaders who work on behalf of students with disabilities. To succeed in this position, you will be dedicated, hardworking, and a true team player, with a passion for students with disabilities and a deep belief in continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

The MASE Executive Director will promote member engagement, provide direct support and assistance to members, engage in legislative advocacy, develop strong partnerships with businesses and education organizations/agencies, and serve a prominent role in both internal and external communications on behalf of the organization.

Click here to view a comprehensive list of position responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Director of Special Education
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with MASE or similar organization
  • Expertise in the field of special education
  • Knowledge and skill in legislative advocacy
  • Exemplary oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships

Position Details

Start Date:  July 1, 2022
Contract: The Executive Director serves as an independent contractor to the Association. Hours will ebb and flow over the course of the year based on opportunities to carry out the responsibilities of the position, averaging approximately 1000 per year.

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:

Mia Urick, Director of Professional Learning

[email protected]

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools’ main office is in La Crescent, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1,064 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.isd300.k12.mn.us

City Websites:            https://www.cityoflacrescent-mn.gov

http://www.cityofhokah-mn.gov

https://brownsvillemn.org

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Possesses experience in and a passion for inspiring student achievement and implementing educational priorities for all
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Has knowledge of and experience with special education needs and/or a diverse student body
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives; values teamwork and communication

Previous superintendent experience preferred but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation package, with a minimum salary of $130,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  February 21, 2022

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on February 21, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s transcript(s) (upon hire, official transcripts must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  Gary Lee, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-779-8117 (cell).

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

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Job Summary:

 

This position is full-time with a full benefit package that provides data entry support to the School Psychologists, clerical support to the SPECTRUM Program and other data entry and clerical support needed for other HVED programs or Cabinet needs.

 

Basic Work Year:  The Program Assistant’s duty year shall be for 240 days for July 1st-June 30th.

 

Classification:  Nonexempt

 

Reports to: Special Education Director

 

Qualifications:

 

This position requires an individual who has above-average abilities in the following areas:

·       Multi-tasking and proven organizational skills

·       Problem solving

·       Attention to detail and data entry accuracy

·       Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability working with a variety of individuals

·       Good judgment and discretion

·       Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

·       Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite Programs and ability to adapt to new technologies/software

·       Strong verbal/written communication skills

·       Ability to take direction and work successfully independently or as a team member

·       Ability to make decisions when necessary and knowledge of when to refer decisions that need administrative approval

·       Prior office experience preferred

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.       Provide administrative support to the School Psychologist, to include, but not limited to the following:

a.       Data entry for School Psychologist student evaluations.

b.       Travel to member districts to assist virtual school psychologists

c.       Managing the school psychologist online platform accounts

d.       Provide data entry and clerical support to school psychologists as needed.

2.       Provide support to Data Management/School Improvement Coordinator, to include, but not limited to the following:

a.       Management of district and school accounts

b.       Updates to student and school accounts

c.       Communication with district personnel

d.       Assist with data entry

3.       Provide administrative support to the SPECTRUM Program to include, but not limited to the following:

a.       Provide clerical support to the SPECTRUM Program as needed.

b.       Act as a backup paraprofessional for breaks and lunches (when trained) during the student day when needed

c.       Onsite at the SPECTRUM program – average three days per week, or as needed.

d.        in CPI for use as needed.

4.       Provide administrative support to other HVED programs to include, but not limited to the following:

a.       Scan paper documents for electronic documents storage.

b.       Approve paraprofessionals timesheets in TimeClock+

c.       Assists staff with HelloSign electronic signature system

d.       Assist with approving Company Mileage for staff that travel.

5.       Secondary responsibilities may include substitute transportation driver as needed within the programs.

6.       Other duties as assigned.

The Program Assistant position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties or responsibilities that are required for this position.  Duties and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

 

 

 

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (ABS or EBD)

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Full-time (1.0 FTE) EBD/ABS Teacher at Lincoln Elementary School.  This position commences immediately upon hire.

Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early childhood center, three elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.

The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.