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Special Education Teacher – ELC Willmar
POSITION AVAILABLE: Special Education Teacher (multiple positions)
POSITION LOCATION: Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC), with placement at the ELC – Willmar located in Willmar, MN.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher identifies, designs, evaluates and provides individual educational instruction and programming for a small caseload of special education students with Paraprofessional support in the classroom. In addition, SWWC provides professional development specific to Setting IV, offers New Teacher Center Coaching, and collaboration with our Due Process Specialist staff.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Designs and implements appropriate educational and/or behavioral programs for students to meet specific needs and goals of the students; participates and conducts portions of the evaluations and observations to determine special education eligibility of students placed in the program and conducts periodic assessments to determine educational progress of the students; conducts and/or participates in IEP Meetings for students in the program; performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree required. Emotional/Behavior Disorder (E/BD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD) licensure from MDE is preferred, but not necessary if willing or in the process of getting licensure. Teacher will provide services to students in a self-contained, all day setting, collaborating with paraprofessionals and other member school district staff. Must have good organizational and communication skills.
CONTRACT/SALARY: 185-day contract for 2023-2024 school year. Beginning salary dependent upon education, qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits. Position to begin August 1, 2023.
APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete online application at http://www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copies of licenses (if applicable), college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference.
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or [email protected] .
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION: Contact Kate Lieser at 320-267-7802 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 leadership, partnership, innovation and services, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure our work is about supporting and enhancing their work. 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.
Site Administrator – ELC Belview
POSITION AVAILABLE: Site Administrator
POSITION LOCATION: SWWC Service Cooperative with placement at the ELC – Belview located in Belview, MN for the 23-24 school year and placement at the new ELC site located in Marshall, MN beginning with the 24-25 school year.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Site Administrator provides leadership and support for SWWC’s Educational Learning Centers and specialized special education programs.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
· Oversees day-to-day operation of the Educational Learning Center program;
· Evaluates staff, provides feedback, and develops corrective action; performs various employment functions such as recruitment, interviewing, and providing recommendations for employment or termination; provides specialized staff development activities for those working with students within the program; provides for safety and emergency procedures, including medical and evacuation procedures;
· Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings to ensure open communication amongst Site Administrator and staff;
· Oversees due process procedures as defined by State and Federal law pertaining to special education students; ensures appropriate paperwork is completed in a timely manner and processes and procedures are followed; ensures IEPs are completed in a timely manner; attends IEP meetings as the administrative designee;
· Provides leadership for the development and implementation of all curriculum and instruction and ensures curriculum and instruction are aligned with graduation standards, and individual student needs are met;
· Assists the Regional Director of Educational Learning Centers with the development and administration of the budget and ensures expenditures are within budgeted allocations;
· Supervises maintenance staff and/or contracts for custodial services and oversees repair or improvement of site with approval from Regional Director of Educational Learning Centers;
· Manages student behavior in hallways and classroom, makes decisions regarding discipline, and administers consequences as they relate to coeducational and due process procedures;
· Provides for student transportation and food service;
· Supports MA billing processes in coordination with 3rd Party Billing Assistant, LPN/Health Para and ensures paraprofessionals successfully complete DHS-PCA exam and achieves “Highly Qualified” status; supervises staff who are executing MA billable duties including paperwork compliance;
· Acts as administrator for quarterly restrictive procedures meetings and ensures paperwork, training, compliance of seclusion rooms and execution of physical transfers and holds are conducted in accordance with the law;
· Ensures required state and local student achievement testing is completed for all educational learning center programs; orders testing materials, distributes testing materials, and coordinates staff training, if assigned;
· Supports mentor program for SWWC by ensuring the program is being completed by mentors and mentees, if assigned;
· Provides good public relations and customer service with member districts, staff, parents and the general public;
· Follows all policies and regulations;
· Regular and prompt attendance is essential;
· Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minnesota Licensure as Director of Special Education is required. Moderate experience as a Special Education Teacher; comprehensive knowledge of Minnesota Graduation Rule, Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, special education due process procedures, leadership and management principles; ability to hire and supervise staff effectively, demonstrate confidentiality and function under very stressful situations, communicate effectively and professionally orally and in writing, present to small and large groups, and use modern office equipment, technology, and related software. A minimum of 5 years of Administrative experience is preferred. Valid Driver’s License. A criminal background check will be conducted on successful applicant.
CONTRACT/SALARY: Full-time position to begin July 1, 2023. 235-day full-time contract for 2023-2024 school year. Beginning salary dependent upon education, qualifications, and experience. Excellent benefits.
APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete online application at www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copy of licenses, college transcripts, resume and two letters of reference.
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or [email protected].
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION: Contact Mary Palmer at 320-905-4493 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 leadership, partnership, innovation and services, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure our work is about supporting and enhancing their work. 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.
High School Mathematics Teacher (Grades 9-12)
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students’ skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.
Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesDevelops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Maintains familiarity with district and Minnesota State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
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 computers, iPads, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of a wide range of mathematic subject areas, including arithmetic equations, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, and other related areas.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:Minnesota State Certification as a Mathematics Education Teacher
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation
EducationBachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: 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.
Upper Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3, 4, or 5)
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district 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.
Essential FunctionsDevelops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
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 computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:Minnesota State Certification as an Elementary Teacher
Minnesota State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.
EducationBachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree in related area preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.
FLSA Status: 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.
Speech Language Pathologist – Tracy, MN area
February 20, 2023
POSITION AVAILABLE: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
POSITION LOCATION: Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC), with placement in the Tracy, MN area. Applicants desiring to provide virtual services are encouraged to apply.
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 may take place either onsite or with a tele-practice model.
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: 185-day contract for the 2023-2024 school year. Salary dependent upon education, qualifications, and experience; includes benefits. Position to begin August 2023.
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 Mary Palmer, at 320-905-4493 or [email protected] .
DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: April 23, 2023.
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 leadership, partnership, innovation and services, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure our work is about supporting and enhancing their work. 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.