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Special Education Work Experience Teacher

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Position: Special Education Work Experience Teacher

Location: Alexandria Area High School

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:
The Special Education Work Experience Teacher provides specialized instruction and support to high school students receiving special education services while helping them develop career awareness, employability skills, and workplace competencies. The teacher coordinates work-based learning experiences, collaborates with community employers, and supports students in connecting classroom learning to future career and postsecondary opportunities.

Essential Responsibilities:
Provide direct instruction in employability, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, communication, and career development skills.
Develop and implement instructional plans aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and transition-related goals.
Coordinate and supervise work-based learning experiences, including internships, job shadowing, school-based enterprises, and community work placements.
Collaborate with students, families, special education staff, general education teachers, counselors, and community partners to support student success.
Assist students in identifying career interests, strengths, and employment goals through career exploration activities and vocational assessments.
Monitor student performance and progress in workplace settings and provide feedback, coaching, and support as needed.
Maintain required documentation related to student progress, work experiences, and IEP compliance.
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of appropriate transition and career readiness goals.
Develop positive relationships with local businesses and community organizations to expand work experience opportunities for students.
Support students in developing independent living, problem-solving, and decision-making skills applicable to employment and adult life.
Ensure student safety and adherence to district policies while participating in community-based activities.
Stay current with best practices in special education, career and technical education, and work-based learning.

Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.

-Licensed Teacher/Coordinator work based learning

-Licensed Academic and Behavioral Strategist

-Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting.

-Experience developing and implementing work-based learning programs is highly desirable.

-Strong collaboration and communication skills.

-Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and community partners.

-Creativity and resourcefulness in adapting learning experiences to individual needs.

-A passion for helping students with disabilities reach their full potential.

 

This position is located at the Transition Center and will be working with young adults.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $875 per month
Kavira Health
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
2% 403b match upon completion of probationary period

Middle School Special Education Teacher

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Special Education Teacher

Teacher Level: Middle School Grades 6-8

Building Location: Discovery Middle School

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 $875 per month

Kavira Health

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

Salary:$49,834 to $83,732 Per Year

School Social Worker 1.0 FTE

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Position: School Social Worker

Building Location: Voyager Elementary

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Essential Functions:

Deliver small group and whole group instruction in collaboration with classroom teachers; implement lesson plans on Social Emotional Learning; develop and determine methods, approaches, and social-emotional learning instruction; maintain a classroom environment and small groups 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.

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, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $875 per month
Kavira Health
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
2% 403b match upon completion of probationary period

Speech and Language Pathologist

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Teacher Level: Speech & Language Pathologist

Building Location: Discovery Middle School

Total FTE: 1.0 FTE

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 $875 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:49,834-83,732 Full Time

School Psychologist

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Position: School Psychologist

Location: District Wide

Total FTE: 1.0 / 183 days per year

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

Performs difficult professional work conducting psycho-educational and behavioral scientific based interventions, preparing reports and communicating with Teachers, students and staff; coordinating educational and behavioral scientific interventions, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Special Education.

 

Essential Functions
Conduct psycho-educational evaluations to include testing, interpretation and report writing; attend and participate in parent/student/school staff meetings; consult and collaborate with Teachers and staff when necessary.
Provide staff development training; participate in District level meetings for system change and development.

Recommend scientific research interventions tied to student needs; assist with coordinating collection of data for at-risk students – screening, diagnostic, progress monitoring; recommend interventions and instructional support to develop academic skills; research current educational topics, trends and due process.

 

Education and Experience

Licensed or eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a School Psychologist.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $875 per month
Kavira Health
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
2% 403b match upon completion of probationary period

Family & Student Engagement Coordinator

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Job Title: Family & Community Engagement Coordinator (Elementary)

Reports To: Building Principal

Position Type: Part-Time, August to May .5 FTE

Location: Woodland Elementary School

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:
The Family & Community Engagement Coordinator serves as the vital bridge between the school, the home, and the broader community. The primary mission of this role is to build a welcoming environment that empowers families as partners in their child’s “whole-child” development—prioritizing both academic success and social emotional well-being. This role is responsible for further developing collaboration and hands-on service learning with students, families and our community.

Key Responsibilities
Family Partnership & Advocacy
Design and implement strategies to increase family attendance at school events, workshops, and decision-making committees.
Act as a liaison to connect families with resources to ensure students arrive at school ready to learn.
Facilitate two-way communication channels that are accessible to all families.
Collaborative Program Development
Develop student leadership opportunities in collaboration with teaching staff.
Develop “Learning Together” nights where families engage in the same hands-on, inquiry-based activities for families
Participate in meetings with staff, students, and PAC to co-create the school engagement
Community & Resource Opportunities
Cultivate relationships with community organizations to support community connections.
Additional Duties As Assigned
Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level
meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required;
Attend professional development activities, as applicable.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (4-year) in Education, Social Work, Communications, Sociology, or a related field
Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with families.
Self-Directed:  Ability to  launch, plan and facilitate initiatives for students, staff and families.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings to accommodate family schedules.
Schedule

A calendar of work days for August through May will collaboratively be established with the building principal.
Benefits:

Sick leave based on the minimum standards of the Earned Safe and Sick Time law
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)