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WCED Special Education Supervisor

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About Us
The West Central Education District (WCED) serves four central Minnesota member school districts: Albany, Melrose, Paynesville, and Sauk Centre. Our mission is to maximize every student’s educational experience by providing high-quality services to students, families, and member districts.

In addition to supporting our member districts in all aspects of special education, including early childhood special education services for birth to three-year-olds, we operate three alternative educational programs:

  • SAIL – A transition program for students aged 18-22 with disabilities, located in Paynesville.
  • WCED ALC – An alternative junior/senior high school serving both general and special education students, located in Melrose.
  • Beacon – A federal setting IV special education program for students with behavioral needs, also located in Melrose.

We are a dedicated team of over 50 professionals committed to student success. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and mutual support, ensuring that every staff member feels valued and empowered.

Position Overview

The Special Education Supervisor provides leadership, guidance, and support to special education programs across WCED’s four member school districts. This position plays a key role in shaping special education services, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and supporting the implementation of best practices. The supervisor will collaborate with district administrators, educators, and families to improve student outcomes and enhance program effectiveness.

This position reports to the Executive Director and will work closely with another experienced supervisor. The role will involve traveling to member districts to provide direct support while maintaining a home base at the WCED office in Melrose.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with federal and state special education laws
  • Monitor and support the implementation of due process across districts.
  • Provide guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices related to special education services.
  • Assist districts with state and federal reporting requirements, including data collection and submission.

Program Support & Instructional Leadership

  • Support schools in implementing inclusive practices, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and evidence-based interventions.
  • Collaborate with educators and administrators to develop and refine special education programs that meet diverse student needs.
  • Assist with curriculum modifications, instructional strategies, and accommodations to support students with disabilities.
  • Support districts in the implementation of assistive technology and adaptive resources.

Professional Development & Coaching

  • Design and deliver professional development for teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to special education teachers and case managers.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work collaboratively with district administrators, school psychologists, social workers, and related service providers.
  • Participate in IEP, manifestation determination, conciliation, and other student support meetings as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Assist with staffing and recruitment of special education personnel.
  • Support districts in managing disputes, due process procedures, and parent concerns.
  • Stay current with research and trends in special education and disseminate relevant updates to district teams.

Position Details

  • Start Date of July 1, 2025
  • Work Schedule of 205 days per year
  • Location: Based in Melrose, MN, with regular travel to Albany/Avon, Melrose, Paynesville, and Sauk Centre
  • Salary Range: $90,000-110,000 dependent on experience

Why Join Us?

  • A collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions make a difference.
  • The opportunity to have a meaningful impact on students, families, and school communities.
  • A healthy work-life balance and a positive team atmosphere.
  • Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.

Application Process
If you are a dedicated educational leader passionate about special education, we encourage you to apply.

Email the completed job application, letter of interest, resume, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at [email protected].

Position open until filled.

Special Education Teacher

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Special Education Teacher

Teacher Level: K-12

Building Location: TBD

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

 

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

 

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

 

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

 

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

 

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

 

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

 

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $700 per month
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $40 per month
13 sick leave days per year
2 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
403b match upon completion of probationary period

Positions Available:2
Salary:$48,229 to $81,034 Per Year

Assistant Superintendent – Teaching & Learning

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Level: Administration

Building Location: District Office

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: NA

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Essential Functions:

Plans and implements professional development for the district and sites.
Implements data-driven practices to impact student learning.
Oversees and implements the K-12 curriculum review process.
Oversees curriculum and instruction and all Tier I programs in MTSS.
Coordinates and oversees the work of the instructional coaches.
Oversees the Q-Comp plan and evaluation process.
Serves as the district’s literacy lead.
Coordinates the district-wide assessment program.
Oversees technology integration in the district.
Works directly with the principals to implement policies and procedures.
Keeps up to date with the latest educational research and best practices.
Recommends board policy on all Teaching and Learning areas.
Serves as Superintendent in the absence of the Superintendent.
Qualifications:

At least 3-5 years of service as an education administrator.
Evidence of data-driven decision making.
Evidence of successful implementation of district initiatives.
Evidence of creating school/community partnerships.
Superintendent license required.
Salary:  $125,000-$150,000 commensurate with experience

 

Benefits:

Health Insurance with HSA contribution
Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
PTO
Bereavement Leave
$200K Group Term Life Insurance
403b Match
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Workplace Benefits (Aflac):
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
Performance Goal Program

Position Type:Full-Time
Positions Available:1
Salary:$125,000 to $150,000 Per Year
Job Categories:
Administrator > Assistant/Deputy Superintendent

Administrator > Curriculum

Job Requirements

At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

School Psychologist

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Runestone Area Education District is currently seeking a 1.0 FTE School Psychologist for the 2025-26 school year. This position will be working in an itinerant job role supporting students by conducting psychological and psychoeducational evaluations of children ages birth to 21 who are suspected of having learning behavioral and/or emotional difficulties. In addition, the school psychologist will aid in conducting functional behavior assessments, interpret assessment results, collaborate with other professionals and present results to parents and school personnel at team meetings. These services may also include consultation to staff and administrators in regards to behavior management, IEP goals, teaching strategies, special education criteria, laws and procedures as well as providing in-service training.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in the Teacher’s Collective Bargaining Agreement starting at $45,351.00 (183 days). To be considered for this position, submit an application as soon as possible. This posting will remain open until filled. Please submit an application, cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation, transcripts and any other pertinent documents to Runestone Area Education District, 700 Northside Drive NE, Alexandria, MN 56308. Applications can be obtained on our website www.runestoneareaeducation.org or by contacting Heidi Grove at 320-763-5559. Runestone Area Education District is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications can be obtained below or by contacting Heidi Grove at 320-763-5559. Please submit application, resume and any other pertinent documents to Runestone Area Education District at 700 Northside Drive NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 or email [email protected]

Speech and Language Clinician

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Teacher Level: Speech & Language Clinican

Building Location: District wide

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit:  Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Performs intermediate professional work identifying students with speech-language impairments, providing speech and language services, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions:

Provide speech and language therapy to qualifying students on caseload.
Manage due process requirements and bill medical assistance.
Prepare lesson plans.
Consult with teachers and parents regarding programming for students.
Assess and screen students for possible speech-language impairments.
Participate in building and district meetings as necessary.
Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues; evaluate new technologies and/or procedures.
Participate in meetings (IEP, Evaluation, building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.
Education and Experience
Master’s degree with coursework in Communication Sciences and Disorders, or related field and minimal experience with an internship, student teaching or practicum 2 years prior to employment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Special Requirements
Certificate of Clinical Competency from ASHA
Teaching License from State of Minnesota

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $700 per month
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $40 per month
13 sick leave days per year
2 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
403b match of 2% upon completion of probationary period

Salary Range:48,229-81,034

English Language (EL) Teacher

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Teacher Level: PreK -22 years old

Building Location: District-wide

Total FTE: 1.0

Performs intermediate professional work enhancing student learning through individual and small group interventions, assessments and progress monitoring, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions:

Implement lesson plans and strategy development;

Provide direct teaching instruction to identified Multilingual Learners, including newcomer students, to improve academic achievement in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as cultural orientation;

Collaborate with general education teachers to enhance lesson plans and select appropriate educational materials and activities that help Multilingual Learners meet curriculum objectives aligned with district curriculum and state outcomes;

Coordinate and/or deliver training as needed in regards to “best practices” to support English Language Development (ELD) for general education teachers;

Communicate the needs of identified Multilingual Learners to general education teachers to ensure student success;

Complete diagnostic assessments/screenings on identified students; monitor student performance, progress and behavior on a regular basis; maintain a classroom conducive to learning; reinforce information previously presented in the classroom; supervise students during the school day per established schedule.

Interpret results of diagnostic screening/assessments; implement appropriate interventions based on diagnostics; establish process monitoring groups and accurately enter and interpret data; regularly monitor students’ progress using Grade Outcome Measurements; assist staff in intervention procedures, data entry and provide instruction as necessary; maintain accurate attendance records, student progress, and direct behavior rating scale monitoring for each student; submit year-end data report as directed by supervisor.

Participate in internal and external meetings, open houses and special events; attend professional development activities and identify areas of growth and development; communicate with Teachers on a regular basis; attend parent and/or student conferences; Maintain a safe environment for students.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $700 per month
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $40 per month
13 sick leave days per year
2 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
403b match of 2% after completion of probationary period