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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]

Physical Education Teacher

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Physical Education Teacher
Worthington School District 518 is seeking an Elementary Physical Education teacher starting in August of the 2022-23 school year. Job may be at Prairie Elementary (K-2) or Intermediate School (3-5). Applicants must hold a valid Minnesota teaching license in the content area. Coaching certification is preferred. Please see additional coaching opportunities available.

Job Summary: To develop students’ physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, poise, coordination and teamwork, and to develop students’ understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being, and to motivate students to work towards physical fitness, hygiene and good health. Candidates should have experience working with a diverse student population, collaboration, and strong instructional and classroom management skills. Please send cover letter, resume, application and credentials via the School District’s website at www.isd518.net. Salary will be as per the Teacher Master Agreement. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. See link for full job description.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Primary Elementary Classroom Teachers

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CLASSROOM TEACHERS
Worthington School District 518 is seeking primary elementary classroom teachers at Prairie Elementary (K-2nd grade) for the 2022-23 school year. Applicants must hold a valid Minnesota teaching license. Experience working with a diverse student population, collaboration, experience utilizing programs and strategies that increase student achievement preferred. Please send cover letter, resume, application and credentials via the District’s website at www.isd518.net.  Salary will be as per the Teacher Master Agreement. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Click link for full job description.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

School Instructional Specialist

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This position will provide support, assistance, and leadership in the areas of curriculum development, instructional strategies, and within the school improvement and data  and assessment process.
Responsibilities also include: intervention oversight, site assessment coordinator (SAC), and data and assessment analysis as it relates to the school and individual student achievement.  This position focuses on the improvement of instruction; serving as a member of the school’s leadership team and ensuring curriculum and instruction practices along with professional learning occur.  The School Instructional Specialist (SIS) reports to the principal. This is a teacher on special assignment position that will serve the Intermediate and Middle Schools.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Principal’s Secretary Class III

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This is a 12-month position that is estimated to begin on June 1, 2022.  The position will be located at a new Intermediate school that will open in August 2022.

Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the principal, provides clerical, secretarial and administrative assistance to school administrators, conveying information regarding school functions and procedures; and supporting the broad array of services provided to students, parents, instructional and support employees; and to coordinate work of other school clerical employees.

Essential FunctionsComposes documents (e.g., notices, correspondence, bulletins, reports, newsletter, handbooks) for principal, or other school administrators for the purpose of requesting or providing information about school and work-related matters, activities, events, etc.
Maintains the daily/weekly/monthly calendar of the administrator for the purpose of coordinating the scheduling of work-related appointments, activities, meetings, etc.
Assists in planning and scheduling school events and activities, and maintaining calendar of school and students events for the purpose of coordinating and scheduling events such as orientation, open house, field trips, sporting events, assemblies, conferences, etc.
Maintains documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.
Prepare purchase orders for the purpose of submitting to the school district’s accounting/finance office.
Maintains inventories of supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items’ availability.
Assists visitors to the office, including students, parents, substitutes teachers, and others.
Answers telephone calls, and provide information and assistance to callers.
Distributes incoming mail appropriately; sends outgoing mail.
Schedules appointments with students, parents and teaching staff or others as requested.
Evaluates situations for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Responds to inquiries from students, parents and employees, providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction.
Serves as liaison with outside organizations (e.g., transportation, food service, suppliers) for the purpose of coordinating the scheduling of deliveries, activities, etc.
Supports, guides, leads, trains and coordinates work of school clerical employees for the purpose of providing assistance with administrative functions.
Additional Duties
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.
Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.

Travel Requirements
Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to describe problems and work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations.
Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Internet, Outlook, electronic mail).
Ability to problem solve job-related issues.
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to process paperwork accurately according to standardized procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
Organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of office management procedures.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work HazardsWorks in standard office and school building environments.
See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualification ProfileAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
Graduation from high school.
Associates degree with course work in business, math, word processing, office procedures and record keeping preferred.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Fluent in typing word processing, and ability to navigate and manage district software programs.
FLSA Status:       Non-exempt
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.