Elementary Physical Education (DAPE Licensure preferred)
Southwest
Agriculture Education Teacher (2025 – 2026 School Year)
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending AccountMedical / Dependent Care
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Aflac Voluntary Plans
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Worker’s Compensation
Retirement
403b
Teachers Retirement Association (TRA)
Other Benefits
Sick Time
Personal Days
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.
ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.
Speech Language Pathologist – (in-person, Hybird, or Virtual delivery model), multiple positions available
POSITION AVAILABLE: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – multiple positions available
POSITION LOCATION: SWWC is located and provides service to school districts in the Southwest and West Central portion of Minnesota. This position would provide services in-person, or in a virtual or hybrid delivery model.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The Educational Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) identifies, evaluates, designs, and implements appropriate plans for students, writes IEPs, and is a member of the Child Study Team. The Educational SLP also meets with parents, interprets student progress, informs parents about their child’s progress, and is available for in-services. These services will take place onsite.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of Master’s Degree. CCC-SLP preferred, however, CFY is available. Need to be licensed/eligible for licensure in the State of Minnesota and also have a valid driver’s license.
CONTRACT/SALARY: This full-time position begins on August 6, 2025, for the 2025-2026 school year, Bachelor’s degree salary range of $50,855 to $71,248. Master’s salary range of $60,646 to $92,477. PhD salary range of $70,196 to $94,068. Salary depending on education, qualifications, abilities, and experien-ce. The role includes excellent benefits, details of which can be found here. Candidates who have not previously served in a SLP position within our organization, and will be providing full-time in-person services are eligible for a $3,000 signing bonus.
APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete online application at www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copies of licenses, college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference.
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or [email protected] .
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION: Contact Regina Magedanz, at 952-913-1979 or [email protected].
DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position will remain open until filled.
WHAT IS THE SWWC? The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative is a regional service agency committed to advancing the work of our members (schools, cities, counties, and other governmental agencies). With a focus on service, integrity, sincerity and collaboration, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure we are a collaborative partner providing exceptional services, innovative solutions and proactive support. Our vision is to create a future where children, families schools and communities learn, succeed and thrive. Authorized by MN Statute as a regional resource for our members; we are a public agency that provides a comprehensive range of educational and administrative programs and services to our members.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: SWWC’s mission is to support and enhance the work of our members by providing programs and services to meet their needs. To support and enhance all of our members, we need to embrace and celebrate all of our members. SWWC works to identify unique frameworks within the various communities we serve and actively responds by adjusting our practices to meet the ever changing needs. We strive to recruit diverse and inclusive teams that will have a positive impact on our programs and services and help us better serve our members, customers and employees.
Elementary Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Building Principal and/or the guidance of the Assistant Principal, the Licensed Teacher represents a broad grouping of diverse and different instructional positions responsible for developing lesson plans and presenting district curriculum in assigned instructional subjects; delivering and instructing students in lesson plans and instructional material; evaluating and assessing student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives. Licensed Teachers also participate and collaborate with other instructional professionals, administrators, parents, counselors, and other district personnel concerning student needs, issues and district learning initiatives, curriculum and building issues.
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Elementary Teacher Job Description
Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending AccountMedical / Dependent Care
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Aflac Voluntary Plans
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Worker’s Compensation
Retirement
403b
Teachers Retirement Association (TRA)
Other Benefits
Sick Time
Personal Days
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.
ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.
Science Teacher 2025 – 2026 School Year
Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students’ skills and competence in one or more fields of science, including general science, earth science, biology, physiology, chemistry, and physics; develops students’ skills and abilities in scientific methods and problem-solving, as well as an understanding of the application of science in the solution of practical problems.
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Science Teacher – Job Description
Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending AccountMedical / Dependent Care
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Aflac Voluntary Plans
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Worker’s Compensation
Retirement
403b
Teachers Retirement Association (TRA)
Other Benefits
Sick Time
Personal Days
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.
ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.
Executive Director of Special Services
The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has an opening for an Executive Director of Special Services at our Dean Lakes Education Center in Shakopee, MN.
SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.
Description
Executive Director of Special Services , 8 hours a day for 260 Contract Days.
Summary
The Executive Director of Special Services is an innovative and creative leader with strong communication and collaboration skills who oversees all special education and special services programs within the district, supporting the academic achievement of students. The Executive Director will work collaboratively in partnership with other executive directors and the superintendent along with their teams utilizing generative artificial intelligence and other technologies to build a student-centered, future-focused model of education for Minnesota.
General Administration and Management
Advises Superintendent on overall direction of Division of Special Services and is accountable for end results affecting the District;
Provides administrative leadership and management oversight of the department;
Collaborates with Minnesota Department of Education staff, Regional Low Incidence Facilitators, and others on local, regional and state initiatives;
Conducts meetings and participates in local, regional, and state meetings as necessary;
Presents information items at Administration Meetings and Board Meetings as needed;
Attends Regional and State Special Education Director Meetings;
Collaborates and communicates with 17 member and associate member districts in urban, suburban, and rural areas to plan, organize, lead, and implement new and innovative programs to meet the needs of learners.
Collaborates with Teaching and Learning to support the professional development needs of the staff;
Provides leadership in the use of generative artificial intelligence to support staff, students and the community;
Support the planning, organizing, and leading of the READ Act, highly effective PLCs, professional development, staff mentorship, and coaching program, and other district initiatives.
Coordinate Hiring of Staff, Provide Supervision and Staff Development
Supervise Program Directors and other special services staff as assigned;
Supervise the recruitment and evaluation of staff members in Special Services and collaborate with the Executive Director of Teaching & Learning on the hiring of content teachers supporting special services programming.
Co-leads staff development with the Executive Director of Teaching & Learning for the Special Services Department;
Provides leadership to members in the area of special education and special services;
On request, attend or facilitate IEP/IFSP meetings or other information-sharing meetings;
Coordinate Appropriate Student Services
Plans, develops, implements, and administers programs and services to meet identified needs, including; development and implementation of new programs and services;
Participate in the determination of program plans and curriculum requirements for students with disabilities, including developing program goals and objectives that align with the cooperative mission;
Prepare requests for new, improved or expanded special education programs in relation to funding, staff, facilities, and materials needed supervise implementation of educational programs for students with disabilities, assuring that each student is provided with a free and appropriate public education;
Provide Legal Compliance and Monitoring
Monitor and provide technical assistance as needed concerning the IEP/IFSP, due process procedures, and compliance with State and Federal Rules;
Ensure that all federal, state, and local reporting requirements on special education programs are met;
Other
Directs fiscal and hiring operations of Special Service Department;
Monitor program expenditures making sure they fit within their approved budgets;
Maintain contact with member district administrators, state consultants in special education, directors of outside agencies and school programs, and work with outside professional service providers and college personnel on matters of mutual interest.
Qualifications
Master’s degree; preferred Ed.S. or Doctorate; three to five years of experience in K12 program development and/or administration.
Minnesota Special Education Director license;
Innovative and creative leader;
Demonstrated excellence in administrative or supervisory experience;
Knowledge of current state and federal special education law and regulations;
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to manage special education funding;
Knowledge of current trends in the education of special education students in all disability areas;
Strong interpersonal communication skills with students, parents, staff, and administration;
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, business associates, and general community;
Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately;
Ability to communicate effectively;
Ability to exercise initiative and make independent decisions to reschedule work to meet deadlines or to effectively handle emergency work.
Creating and leading the District vision;
Managing staff including directing others, delegation and building effective teams;
Resourcefulness, taking the resources of the District into consideration;
Working constructively with others;
Managing constituencies effectively.
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 annually. Competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
Dependent Care FSA
Vacation and Sick Time
Personal Time Off
Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
403(b) with a District dollar for dollar match
TRA/PERA (Pension Plan)
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Application Procedure
Apply Online at https://www.swmetro288.org/departments/human-resources
Selection Procedure
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted. The interviews are anticipated to begin on April 16th.